IBC2019 Preview: Tuesday

Tech Talk: AI – More ways in which to revolutionise our industry
Forum 09:00 – 10:15

Artificial Intelligence is the enabling technology of our age, with diverse applications emerging in the least expected places. We shall be hearing how AI-based systems are being used to monitor regulatory compliance with editorial and creative standards. Researchers will also describe a novel system which can choose the ‘thumbnail’ frame which best represents a TV drama. And hear how Deep-learning can even teach us a thing or two about that most detailed and complex subject - video coding, with impressive results.

The AI/ML effect
Forum 12:00 – 12:45

Artificial Intelligence is the enabling technology of our age, with diverse applications emerging in the least expected places. We shall be hearing how AI-based systems are being used to monitor regulatory compliance with editorial and creative standards. Researchers will also describe a novel system which can choose the ‘thumbnail’ frame which best represents a TV drama. And hear how Deep-learning can even teach us a thing or two about that most detailed and complex subject - video coding, with impressive results.

Secrets of implementing successful technology projects
Forum 13:45 – 14:00

Even with the best technology in the world, there’s a worryingly high failure rate of media technology projects. Business transformation leaders share the secrets of their success, how they’ve learned from failures, and why embracing digital transformation must start and end with the people who are at the sharp end.

IBC2019 closing keynote: Content, technology and the future
Forum 14:15 – 15:00

Do today’s media choices bring people together? Or result in more isolation? Technology and media are enabling new entertainment experiences that are increasingly available in any location and device. Explore what the future has in store as we observe the continual tension between the human desire to connect with one another and escape reality.

Autonomous vehicles: social disruption for good
Forum Lounge 10:15 – 10:45

Speakers: Fabian Birgfield, founder and director at W12 Studios

Stephen Sidlo, head of digital at Roborace

Esports

E102 09:30 – 10:00

Entry into esports ROI and expectations

In this fireside chat, a publisher and a broadcaster will discuss their entry into esports – where they fit into the ecosystem, how this complements existing operations and where the ROI lies.

E102 10:00 – 10:15

Seamless technical delivery of esports broadcast

Esports is a billion-dollar industry and growing rapidly – for broadcasters there are certain inherent technical challenges which present unique barriers for entry into the market. Presented by IHSE, this session will consider the esports broadcast workflow and the technical considerations for smooth transmission; over-the-air and online.

E102 10:45 – 11:30

Challenges and opportunities in the current esports ecosystem

This panel aims to educate the audience on what exactly esports is and provide transparency into the potentially perceived ‘chaos’. What new challenges and opportunities are there in this area? It will discuss the parallels and differentiators between esports and sports and take a look at the market – from leagues and to production technology to assessing the sophistication of the market.

E102 12:00 – 12:45

Understanding esports production

This session will look under the hood of esports production, and how it compares to traditional sports production - similarities and differences. We will get a better understanding of how complex esports storytelling can be, and why industry leaders are moving more towards remote and cloud production.