Overview

Velocix’s Live Sports & Cloud DVR solution addresses the demand for ultra‑low latency live streaming and network‑based recording (cloud DVR) for sports and large‑scale video services. It helps video service providers deliver broadcast‑level streaming, enable catch‑up / restart / time‑shifted features, monetise recorded content, and scale for major live events. The platform supports hybrid‑cloud environments, large concurrent viewer volumes, and integrates with content delivery network, origin and recording modules.

Features & Capabilities

• Ultra‑low latency live streaming: Support live sports with near‑broadcast latency to keep viewers in sync with events.
• Cloud DVR / Time‑shifted TV: Enables network‑based recording, restart, catch‑up and personalised playback across devices.
• Hybrid cloud / on‑premises deployment: Software can run in private, public or edge cloud and integrate with existing infrastructure.
• Carrier‑grade scalability & performance: Designed for service providers with large scale, high reliability and fault‑tolerance (e.g., geo‑redundancy).
• Multicast ABR (MABR) support: Efficient streaming to millions of viewers via multicast + unicast switching to optimise bandwidth.
• Dynamic DRM & content protection: Support for multi‑key DRM and security workflows to protect premium live content.
• Monetisation & upsell features: Time‑shift capabilities, restarted live, personalised services enable incremental revenue.
• Integration with CDN/origin/recording modules: Works with Velocix’s CDN, Origin Server, Recording Manager and Personalisation Platform.
• Operational readiness for live events: Managed services, event‑based monitoring ensure reliability during major live sporting events.
• Optimised for 5G / mobile video growth: Edge‑cloud architecture, MEC support for mobile/5G video consumption.