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New RESTful Live Streaming API for Broadcasters and Developers

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  Here at Dacast, we’re proud to officially announce that version 2 of our Live Streaming API is available. This RESTful JSON API has been designed specifically for quick and easy integration of all of the features of the Dacast streaming service platform into a wide variety of cloud video applications, services, and digital media […]

Advantages of Making Live TV Channels

Advantages of Making Live TV Channels

  Live TV Channels, streaming and online video is only gaining in popularity, eschewing more traditional forms of media consumption thanks to streaming solutions providers like Netflix taking the lead over TV. Millennials are especially quick to adopt these new forms of technology and viewing habits. One method that’s slowly catching on outside of streaming […]

The True Value of Customization

The True Value of Customization

  The ability to customize a streaming service means much more than most initially believe. While apps like Periscope and Twitch offer simplistic ways to live stream video on the go, their utter lack of customization is a serious drawback. Customizable streaming services grant more features, power, and choice to users, eclipsing the novelty of […]

What Is MPEG DASH And Why Should We Use It?

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Many broadcasters, video producers, and live streamers may have heard of the technology MPEG DASH. But even for those who have heard the term, few really understand what MPEG DASH is and what implications it has for the future. In this article, we’ll be explaining MPEG DASH: what it is, who is already using it (and […]

How to Use Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder to Broadcast

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Note to our readers: Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder is NO longer a recommended encoder at Dacast as it is being depreciated by Adobe. As a free encoding software alternative, we recommend OBS Studio and you can access how to use it here.  Looking for streaming solutions for your broadcasts? Want to stream live video […]