Harmonic Launches New Technology to Boost Video Streaming Efficiency Across Europe
Europe, Thursday, 13 March 2025.
Harmonic announces breakthrough origin capabilities designed to enhance video streaming efficiency. New technology is set to revolutionize content delivery networks in Europe, aiding broadcasters in high-quality video content management.
Revolutionary Origin Technology
Harmonic’s breakthrough announcement on March 13, 2025, introduces new origin capabilities that combine cloud and on-premises storage solutions, enabling service providers to efficiently scale storage based on demand [1]. The innovation comes as part of Harmonic’s XOS Advanced Media Processor, which allows broadcasters to stream live content directly to Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) using a single appliance, marking a significant advancement in streaming technology [1].
Strategic Cloud Integration
The development gains additional significance following Harmonic’s recent qualification on the Akamai Cloud platform, announced on February 12, 2025 [4]. This strategic alignment enables media companies to leverage enhanced security and content delivery capabilities while maintaining high-quality viewing experiences [4]. Through this collaboration, Harmonic’s VOS360 Media SaaS will power Akamai Media Services Live 5, establishing a comprehensive suite for live event broadcasting [4][5].
Industry Impact and Market Position
As the worldwide leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions [1], Harmonic’s latest innovation builds upon its 25-year history of industry leadership [2]. The company maintains a substantial global presence with offices across key markets including France, Singapore, and Japan [2]. Gil Rudge, senior vice president at Harmonic, emphasizes that this development ‘redefines what’s possible with a streaming solution that combines everything from playout to compression, origin and delivery’ [1].
Future Outlook and Demonstration
The technology will be showcased at the upcoming 2025 NAB Show in Las Vegas from April 6-9, where industry professionals can experience the enhanced capabilities firsthand [1][4]. This presentation will highlight Harmonic’s commitment to transforming video streaming efficiency and demonstrates the company’s continued focus on developing smarter, faster, and simpler solutions for video, broadband, and media companies [2].