AWS for M&E Blog

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Super slow motion video creation using generative AI on AWS

Slow motion video is an integral part of media productions, particularly sports broadcasting, that provides viewers with an enhanced experience. Capturing action in slow motion allows the audience to see details not possible to observe at full speed. However, recording real-time video at high frame rates requires expensive specialized cameras. Even then, extreme slow motion […]

Highlighting modern innovations in cloud-based broadcast production at Inter BEE 2023

This blog was co-authored by Daniel Kamhaji, Associate Product Manager & Product Application Engineer, Waves Audio Ltd. Introduction In this blog post, we delve into innovations in cloud-based broadcast production as showcased by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Japan at Inter BEE, held at Makuhari Messe November 15—17, 2023. We explore the technologies and collaborations shaping […]

Source monitoring for AWS Elemental MediaLive via Amazon Rekognition

Introduction AWS Elemental MediaLive is a broadcast-grade video encoder with a comprehensive suite of metrics that can be monitored for stream quality and health, along with a full set of alerts that can be acted upon to ensure the best viewer experience. There are scenarios where a source is present on a MediaLive input but the […]

Quality metrics for live streaming video

In the realm of digital streaming, efficient video encoding is critical in achieving optimal performance and cost-effective transmission to end-user devices. However, video encoding introduces the potential for quality loss, leading to a subpar end-user experience. This concern is further exacerbated in the realm of live streaming, where latency is a critical factor, and only […]

Engage online sports fans with live event commentary using generative AI on Amazon Bedrock

Live sports online streaming is a fast-growing market, forecast to grow from USD $18.6B in 2021 to USD $93.1B by 2027, a compound annual growth rate of 24.64% from 2022 to 2030. Sports streaming platforms continually advance, employing diverse strategies to delight users and enrich viewer engagement. These tactics encompass extended statistics and match facts, augmented […]

Analyze content using AWS Elemental MediaLive thumbnails with Amazon Rekognition

Amazon Web Services (AWS) recently launched a Thumbnail Image Preview feature as part of the AWS Elemental MediaLive service. This new feature not only provides a mechanism for quality control of live content, but also enables integration with media analysis services, like Amazon Rekognition, to automate content review and validate workflows. MediaLive automatically generates thumbnails […]

Build a multi-tenant chargeback model for media channel workloads

Introduction In the dynamic realm of media and entertainment, the demand for innovative solutions is pronounced. Multi-tenant applications allow diverse stakeholders to coexist within a single ecosystem while harnessing shared resources. Yet, as the digital landscape continues to evolve, so do the challenges associated with optimizing resource allocation, cost efficiency, and performance management. As the […]

OnePlan transforms venue planning with high-performance digital twins

This blog is co-authored by Winnie Cruzan, Senior Content Marketing Manager at OnePlan and Cem Kilinic, Senior Architect at OnePlan. Introduction In the ever-evolving world of venue management, staying ahead of the curve is paramount to success. As venue owners strive to deliver unforgettable experiences at their stadiums, arenas, conference centres and beyond, the power […]

LOGIC simplifies remote production with AWS Elemental Link UHD

As content providers look to streamline their video workflows, the expert media infrastructure architects at LOGIC are helping customers realize their visions via its PORTAL solution for remote orchestration. Built on Amazon Web Services (AWS), PORTAL simplifies the implementation of cloud-based media workflows by serving as an abstraction layer for AWS solutions. LOGIC customers, primarily […]

Choosing the ideal origin for live media & entertainment workflows

Introduction Are you in the Media & Entertainment (M&E) industry using AWS Elemental services to provide efficient streaming and live content to your customers? Have you been looking for information on different media origin offerings for your content distribution workflows? This blog discusses the primary media origins for media and entertainment workloads, along with technical […]