Phil Kurz
Phil Kurz is a contributing editor to TV Tech. He has written about TV and video technology for more than 30 years and served as editor of three leading industry magazines. He earned a Bachelor of Journalism and a Master’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism.
Latest articles by Phil Kurz
Bitcentral Makes ViewNexa Streaming Platform Available On Samsung TV Plus
By Phil Kurz published
The move gives ViewNexa users access to millions of Samsung TV viewers
Ateliere Acquires Agile Live Cloud-Based Production Platform
By Phil Kurz published
Agile Live streamlines live TV production workflows and reduces onsite equipment and costs
Catalonia News Channel Deploys R&S PRISMON Multiviewer To Monitor IP, SDI Signals
By Phil Kurz published
The 3/24 Channel deployed the multiviewer as part of a studio transition to ST 2110
Simplestream To Highlight Channel Studio Enhancements At IBC2024
By Phil Kurz published
It also will feature LiveStream Scheduler’s new multi-platform live streaming capability
Ikegami To Make European Debut Of HDK-X500 HD Cameras System At IBC2024
By Phil Kurz published
The new camera uses the company’s latest generation of CMOS imaging sensors
Incentive Auction 2.0: Here We Go Again
By Phil Kurz published
OPINION Don’t give up UHF channel assignments without a fight
Nest Productions, MiB Partner On New Production Insurance Program
By Phil Kurz published
Previously the rates were previously available predominantly to large organizations
Globecast, Blacon Media To Collaborate On U.S. Election Coverage
By Phil Kurz published
Globecast, Blacon Media To Collaborate On U.S. Election Coverage
HOT Telecommunications Reduces Errors, Plans For Future With OOONA QA Manager
By Phil Kurz published
QA Manager has automated and scaled HOT’s labor-heavy workflows for VOD management
Jamaica Brings Seven New ATSC 3.0 Transmitter Sites Online
By Phil Kurz published
The move means two-thirds of the island nation’s people are covered by NextGen TV signals
Drei TV Turns To ATEME For OTT Video Compression, Management
By Phil Kurz published
The deployment enables premium video quality and improves efficiency
DAZN Group, Esports World Cup Foundation Strike Coverage Deal
By Phil Kurz published
The DAZN platform will power free global viewing of the inaugural Esports World Cup
TVU Networks Adds Three Industry Veterans for Sales & Marketing
By Phil Kurz published
Socrates Lozano, Laura Pursley, Brian Swanson have recently joined the company
Akta Integrates Google Cloud Gemini AI Models
By Phil Kurz published
The move powers rich metadata generation and closed captioning without the need to code
Avid Unveils Avid Huddle SaaS Content Review, Approvals Solution
By Phil Kurz published
Avid Huddle users can safely share high-quality media via a live Microsoft Teams meeting
Japan’s NHK Joins IBCAP Anti-Piracy Coalition
By Phil Kurz published
The International Broadcaster Coalition Against Piracy’s monitoring lab impressed NHK
Paul Bunyan Communications Chooses Witbe Monitoring Technology
By Phil Kurz published
The network provider is using Witbe’s monitoring technology to deliver high-level QoS and QoE
Jerry Fritz, the Self-Described ‘Forrest Gump’ of the Industry, Prepares For Retirement
By Phil Kurz published
ONE Media’s Jerry Fritz reflects on the TV industry, regulation and his future
Allen Media Group To Air Special Pre-, Post-Presidential Debate Coverage
By Phil Kurz published
Coverage will air on theGrio Television Network and theGrio FAST Channel on Local Now
Lawo Elevates Jamie Dunn To Executive Board, Deputy CEO Role
By Phil Kurz published
Jamie Dunn previously was the company’s chief commercial officer
Vislink Names Donnie Gilliam Vice President Of Operations
By Phil Kurz published
He joins the company with experience in operations and service at high-growth companies
Wohler Technologies Names John Earnest Vice President
By Phil Kurz published
The industry veteran will focus on the company’s global sales and marketing efforts
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