Winter 2021
Magazine Features
Blockchain and NFTs: Power to the Creators
Adrian Pennington //
13 Dec 2021
Some say NFTs (non-fungible tokens) are a novelty, a status symbol for the crypto rich, and a bubble that's bound to burst. Others argue that NFTs will fundamentally change business models in the creative industries. It's early days, but there's plenty of momentum behind NFTs and blockchain. Here's what you need to know.
Video Editing in the Cloud
Jan Ozer //
01 Dec 2021
There are many cloud-based editing solutions available, nearly too many to count. Who should consider using them and why? How can you tell them apart? That's what we'll cover in this article.
Beyond Software: Hardware Processing for Streaming at Scale
Tim Fore-Siglin //
01 Dec 2021
Whether you use the cloud or a hybrid solution to encode your live or on-demand streaming content, high-efficiency hardware-based encoding has come of age. This article explores the math and science behind these at-scale solutions that are not only good for business, but also good for the environment.
Review: The Roland V-160HD Hybrid Event Video Switcher
Robert Reinhardt //
01 Dec 2021
While detailing every feature of this switcher is beyond the scope of the article, we'll present the top 10 features we fully appreciate on the Roland V-160HD, peppered with some constructive criticism for good measure.