The collaboration combines Irdeto’s extensive suite of solutions across pay-TV and streaming platforms with Media Distillery’s cutting-edge AI solutions to create the next generation of streaming services.
AMSTERDAM – September 3, 2024 – Irdeto, the world leader in digital platform cybersecurity, has announced a strategic partnership with Media Distillery, a leading AI technology solutions provider in video UX optimization. The collaboration will unite Media Distillery’s cutting-edge AI technology solutions and Irdeto’s robust security and platform management offerings, particularly Irdeto Experience, a comprehensive suite of solutions which enables pay-TV, telecommunications companies, and streaming operators to build, manage, control and enrich their video services, while leveraging the growing trend of super aggregation.
Pay-TV and streaming operators continuously look for ways to enrich consumer experience, boost user engagement, and increase the revenue potential of their streaming services. Media Distillery’s distinctive AI solutions enhance the Irdeto Experience platform to meet these needs, delivering substantial benefits to operators. Media Distillery combines cutting-edge AI technologies including Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Semantic Content Understanding and Generative AI techniques such as Large Language Models to analyze video streams in real-time. The resulting insights, contexts, images, and new metadata improve content search and discovery, content navigation and engagement, while also paving the way for new advertising revenue streams such as through targeted advertising.
By combining the Media Distillery’s advanced monetization and content discovery opportunities with Irdeto Experience capabilities that reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) and speed up time-to-market (TTM), operators can overcome economic headwinds as well as ecosystem fragmentation challenges. In this way, the synergy of Media Distillery’s AI solutions with Irdeto Experience’s all-encompassing content aggregation service is set to establish a new benchmark in the streaming sector.
Both companies have expressed enthusiasm about the strategic alignment, recognizing the immense potential it holds for their customers. “This partnership represents a milestone in the evolution of content delivery and consumption,” said Andrew Bunten, COO of Video Entertainment at Irdeto. “By integrating our solutions with Media Distillery’s AI-driven enhancements, we’re not just setting the stage for the next generation of entertainment; we’re actively shaping it. The next generation of streaming platforms will provide more personalized experiences to the end users, while also leading to refined and engaging ad targeting strategies.”
Media Distillery’s suite of solutions is designed to empower content distributors and owners, enabling them to offer more engaging and personalized viewing experiences. “Our collaboration with Irdeto is a testament to our shared commitment to innovation,” remarked Roland Sars, CEO at Media Distillery. “Together, we’re not only enhancing the viewing experience but also redefining what audiences can expect from their content platforms. Media Distillery’s AI-powered Deep Content Understanding Platform is precisely tailored to the needs of video services, freeing them from the effort of employing their own team of experts to implement and maintain non-specialist AI models.”
The combined expertise of the two companies promises to add more value to the user experience while delivering rapid time-to-market advantages, improved audience engagement, enhanced advertising returns, and a more comprehensive solution overall.
This collaboration is set to drive the next wave of advancements in pay-TV and streaming services, catering to the needs of operators, streaming service providers, and content owners alike. It underscores both Irdeto’s and Media Distillery’s dedication to pioneering the future of content aggregation and streaming, setting a new standard for the industry.
For more information about the partnership and its benefits, please visit https://irdeto.com/video-entertainment/.
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About Irdeto
Irdeto is the global leader in digital video platform experiences and security, empowers major media and entertainment brands worldwide. With over 50 years of expertise, our comprehensive services prioritize video experiences delivery, content protection, and anti-piracy solutions, reducing costs and driving sustainable growth while delivering unmatched user experiences. As a trusted partner, Irdeto provides vital managed services, system integration and consultancy solutions, enabling customers to focus on audience engagement. With a global presence, we offer unwavering support for continued success and future-fit strategies. With a unique pay-TV operator heritage, Irdeto is the preferred partner to empower a secure world where people can connect with confidence.
For more information, please visit www.irdeto.com.
About Media Distillery
Amsterdam-based Media Distillery is an acknowledged leader in AI-driven video analysis solutions for the worldwide entertainment Industry. The cloud-based Deep Content Understanding™ solution provides fully automated real-time content analysis which empowers broadcasters and pay-TV service providers to optimize viewer engagement through accelerated and accurate content discovery and enhanced user experience. Media Distillery’s customer base includes major operators and broadcasters located around the globe including Vodafone, Altice, Liberty Global, Telenet, NOS and Deutsche Telekom, delivering enriched viewing experiences in over 30 million homes.
