IBC owners' 2019 predictions and priorities

The mergers and acquisitions that featured in 2018 are expected to continue throughout 2019, as are the launch of new platforms.

RTS Chief Executive Theresa Wise told IBC365: “2019 will see direct to consumer services increase based on the Netflix-style business model.”

As Disney looks to launch its SVOD service, the developments across the public service broadcasters (PSBs) will cause greater collaboration and development, Wise explained.

“We will see the rise of high-end content, across more genres and a move away from scripted content. Next year there will be big deals on delivery [of content] with organisations changing to operate under new business models.”

Wise added the technology giants will play host to more deals as the industry continues to grow and audiences demand greater opportunities for consumption of more content than ever before.

As the media and entertainment industry continues its migration to IP-enabled media workflows and operations, SMPTE Executive Director Barbara Lange said: “The SMPTE ST 2110 standards suite will continue to be a dominant topic.”

She continued: “Blockchain technology also will be…