Launching a video streaming service under your own brand is an exciting prospect for EdTech companies, OTT media providers, startups, enterprises, and independent coaches. However, creating a secure and scalable video platform from the ground up can be daunting. This is where a white label video streaming platform comes into play. They allow you to deliver video content to your audience under your own branding while relying on a proven, secure backend infrastructure. Table of Contents: What is a White Label Streaming Platform? Key Characteristics of a White Label Video Platform Benefits of White Label Video Platforms The Challenge of…
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Security Checklist to Build a Secure Streaming App
The global video streaming industry is projected to surpass $300 billion by 2030. While that growth creates massive opportunity, it also fuels piracy. According to industry studies, online video piracy costs businesses over $40 billion annually and the number is growing every year. What does this mean if you’re building a secure video streaming app, whether OTT platform, an eLearning app, or a corporate training system? It means security is not optional anymore. Piracy not only results in loss of revenue but it also weakens your brand and credibility. In this guide, we will cover a comprehensive security checklist for…
Concurrent Stream Limit: Why Streaming Platforms Enforce It
From global OTT giants like Netflix and Disney+ to EdTech platforms, corporate training portals, and sports broadcasters, enforcing concurrent stream limits is about more than just revenue protection. It directly impacts server resource allocation, user experience, and piracy prevention. Without these limits, account sharing and credential abuse can cause massive financial losses, increase churn, and put premium content at risk of unauthorized distribution. Table of Contents: What is Concurrent stream limit? Types of Concurrent Stream Limits Why is Concurrent Stream Limit Needed? What Exactly Counts a "stream"? How Concurrent Stream Limit Works Concurrent Stream Limit on Different Platforms How VdoCipher…
Film Piracy Explained: Laws, Risks, and How to Stop It
Film piracy has become a persistent threat to the global entertainment industry, costing billions in revenue loss each year. As digital access expands, so do the methods of illegally distributing and consuming copyrighted content. From unauthorized streaming websites to peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing networks and social media piracy, illegal movie distribution has become more sophisticated. It is increasing making it difficult for filmmakers, production houses, and streaming platforms to protect their intellectual property. While piracy often seems like a harmless act to consumers seeking free content, its impact is far-reaching. Movie piracy is affecting not only major studios but also independent…
Streaming Piracy Statistics & Fixes for Pirate Streaming Services
Streaming piracy has become the dominant way people consume movies, TV shows, and live events and unfortunately, it's also at the heart of a global piracy epidemic. “Pirate” streaming services and illicit live streams now account for the majority of online piracy, undermining legitimate platforms and costing the media industry tens of billions in lost revenue. This comprehensive look at streaming piracy will shed light on its scope and scale, the technical methods pirates use. Real-world examples of piracy in action, the legal implications of these activities, and the technical countermeasures, including secure streaming solutions like VdoCipher that can help…
How to stream live sports- Everything you need to know
Live sports streaming has never been more popular. Millions of fans are now tuning in online to watch everything from local school tournaments to international championships. In fact, according to PwC, the number of U.S. viewers who stream sports at least once a month is expected to jump from 57 million in 2021 to over 90 million by 2025. This explosive growth is a wake-up call. Whether you're a solo creator, an OTT platform, a sports broadcaster, or a school organizing inter-college games, your audience is online and they expect a high-quality experience. Today’s viewers won’t tolerate lag, buffering, or…