Verizon Business, AWS, and the NHL demo 5G-enabled cloud broadcasting at the 2024 NAB Show
April 14 2024 - 11:00AM
Verizon Business, on the heels of its recent partnership
announcement with the National Hockey League (NHL) is putting
co-innovation on full display with a new 5G-enabled cloud
broadcasting solution. Running on AWS Wavelength Zones, a mobile
edge compute service that delivers ultra-low-latency applications
for 5G devices, this solution is a game-changer for the broadcast
industry, with the speed from content capture on ice to broadcast
going from seconds to milliseconds.
“Innovations in production and distribution ultimately highlight
the power of our network to content owners like the NHL,” said Iris
Meijer, Chief Product and Marketing Officer, Verizon Business.
“Through cloud-based content delivery, we’re enabling them to
innovate, bringing new views, angles, and experiences for fans
worldwide.”
The traditional television broadcast industry is experiencing a
major operational shift with the rise of streaming services,
devices, and next-generation IP video production tools, – all of
which require massive amounts of data to be moved and processed in
the blink of an eye.
“Providing our fans with a premium experience whether sitting
rinkside or in the comfort of their home is what the NHL has become
synonymous with,” said Grant Nodine, NHL Senior Vice President,
Technology. “Partnering with Verizon Business in expediting content
delivery from the cloud allows us to find innovative ways to create
content and design experiences for the fan.”
Together with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the NHL produced their
first-ever live-to-air cloud broadcast of the Carolina Hurricanes
vs. Washington Capitals game on March 22. This technology enabled
the NHL to broadcast the game through AWS Elemental MediaConnect, a
high-quality transport service for live video, giving the league
the scale to maximize centralized production crews in the league’s
offices and production headquarters.
Through a secure and reliable connection, live cloud production
allows the NHL to leverage distributed production and operations
personnel for future broadcasts. Additionally, because of the rapid
delivery that cloud efficiency can drive, the league can streamline
content distribution to social media channels and new platform
partners to create enhanced fan experiences.
“Live cloud production empowers the NHL to produce high-quality
content from virtually anywhere and at practically any scale, using
the optimum combination of resources,” said Julie Souza, Global
Head of Sports, AWS. “The speed of Verizon 5G unlocks new
opportunities for the continued adoption and deployment of live
cloud production across sports and beyond.”
During the 2024 NAB show, a demo will be showcased at the
Verizon booth (#W2042) in collaboration with AWS, the NHL, and its
partners to create a live cloud production environment.
Verizon Business currently works with sports leagues around the
globe aiding in everything from in-venue networks to streamlining
team operations. Verizon brings public and private network
capabilities, a robust technology ecosystem, and 5G partnerships
that enable leagues, teams, and stadium operators to create and
deliver a first-class fan experience and achieve desired venue
operational outcomes.
To learn more about Verizon Business Media & Entertainment
IT solutions visit here.Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq:
VZ) was formed in 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers
of technology and communications services. Headquartered in New
York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated
revenues of $134.0 billion in 2023. The company offers data, video
and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and
platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable
network connectivity, and security.
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