Tom Butts
Tom has covered the broadcast technology market for the past 25 years, including three years handling member communications for the National Association of Broadcasters followed by a year as editor of Video Technology News and DTV Business executive newsletters for Phillips Publishing. In 1999 he launched digitalbroadcasting.com for internet B2B portal Verticalnet. He is also a charter member of the CTA's Academy of Digital TV Pioneers. Since 2001, he has been editor-in-chief of TV Tech (www.tvtech.com), the leading source of news and information on broadcast and related media technology and is a frequent contributor and moderator to the brand’s Tech Leadership events.
Latest articles by Tom Butts
Verizon Acquires Frontier Communications for $20B
By Tom Butts published
Acquisition adds nation's 'largest pure-play fiber internet provider' to Verizon's portfolio
DTS Launches Clear Dialogue to Improve Dialogue Intelligibility on TVs
By Tom Butts published
Utilizes AI-based audio processing to deliver an on-device solution for TV OEMs
Telestream Launches its Fastest Vantage Lightspeed Server Yet
By Tom Butts published
Company will demo the VLS-300 at its IBC Show stand in Amsterdam, Sept. 13-17.
Xperi Announces Expansion of Powered by TiVo Smart TVs in Europe
By Tom Butts published
Smart TV OS expected to be available in TV sets sold in the U.S. later this year
Pebble to Focus on the Economics of Live Playout at IBC2024
By Tom Butts published
Company will showcase interactive demonstrations for sports, entertainment and news – all in a live playout environment
Irdeto Taps Media Distillery for AI-Powered Pay-TV, Streaming Analysis
By Tom Butts published
Partnership between the two Amsterdam-based companies is focused on ways to help streaming companies enrich consumer experience, boost user engagement, and increase the revenue potential of their streaming servicesPP
Evergent, Irdeto Expand Tech Partnership
By Tom Butts published
Irdeto names Evergent a 'key technology partner," combining the two companies' platforms to improve OTT monetization
NAGRA Integrates Bitmovin's Player into its Product Lineup
By Tom Butts published
NAGRA says it will benefit from the Bitmovin Player’s extensive device reach, including its ability to quickly deploy on new devices and platforms such as smart TVs
Fabric, Xytech Systems to Merge
By Tom Butts published
The two companies are targeting the expanding market for data-based media resource management and supply chain-based media production
USSI Global Promotes Anthony Morelli to President
By Tom Butts published
PEOPLE Morelli will guide worldwide growth strategy, including diversification of USSI Global’s professional services for broadcast, satellite and digital signage
NextGen TV Advocates Express ‘Deep Concern’ Over Future of ATSC 3.0 Products
By Tom Butts published
Pearl TV files amicus with appeals court over LG’s withdrawal from U.S. market
Skydance Merger With Paramount Moves Forward After Bronfman Drops Bid
By Tom Butts published
Canadian media mogul proposed $4.3B for the company a week ago
MTI Film, ColorTime Launch Flow Post Partners to Support Vancouver TV Production Industry
By Tom Butts published
Flow has already secured two high-profile television series: CBS's "Watson" and the upcoming Peacock comedy, "Laid."
Evertz to Focus on Software Defined Video Networking at IBC 2024
By Tom Butts published
Company’s SDVN solution targets media companies moving to IP or expanding all-IP infrastructures using SMPTE ST 2110 and NMOS.
IBC Content Everywhere Exhibitor Profile: Comcast Technology Solutions
By Tom Butts published
IBC SHOW Peter Gibson, VP of product and marketing discusses what CTS will highlight at the show
IBC Content Everywhere Profile: Signiant
By Tom Butts published
IBC SHOW Jon Finegold discusses company's plans for upcoming IBC Show
Max to Broadcast Every US Open Match to European Viewers
By Tom Butts published
Max to offer uninterrupted streaming coverage of every match from the 2024 US Open for the first time ever
5G Broadcast Advocates Showcase Latest Developments at Brazil's SET Expo 2024
By Tom Butts published
Rohde & Schwarz has teamed up with Motorola and Qualcomm for floor demos
You Can Now Smell Your TV Programs for Just $180
By Tom Butts published
MovieScent launches AI-powered ‘Smell O Vision’
Worldwide VOD Buffer Ratio Down 54% in the First Half of 2024
By Tom Butts published
RESEARCH Linear TV buffer ratio also improved remarkably according to NPAW report
Historic Billy Joel Concert Captured On ARRI Cameras For Multi-Cam Production
By Tom Butts published
Performance from Madison Square Garden aired in April on CBS
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