IBM Video Streaming

Virtual events and video streaming platform

Virtual events and video communications are essential as we advance into the future of hybrid workplaces, and protecting confidentiality is paramount in the digital world.

IBM® Video Streaming is built for privacy, reliability, quality and scale, and is powered by IBM Watson® AI for automated closed captioning and search. The live stream, simulated live, auto-archive and video-on-demand content management and portal features are geared to boost audience engagement. Stream virtual events, host executive town halls, market product launches and more.

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Products

IBM Video Streaming

A live broadcasting and on-demand video service for reaching large audiences through open or password-protected channels on a video streaming platform.

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IBM Enterprise Video Streaming

The live and on-demand streaming service includes features to protect sensitive content, with granular access control, registration and tracking on a video streaming platform.

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Demos

IBM Video Streaming

IBM Enterprise Video Streaming

Video Streaming

See how to host public-facing live or on-demand streaming events and create online channels where recurring events can be organized.

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Benefits

Automate with AI

Use AI to take video streaming a step further while reducing manual effort. Automate live stream captioning, unlock video analytics, power video search and more.

Enable reliable worldwide delivery

Reach virtually unlimited live-streaming audience sizes across the globe and keep attendees connected by using a multi-CDN (content delivery network) infrastructure.

Protect confidentiality

Protect your company brand from event eavesdroppers while supporting viewers across devices, such as iOS and Android. Multiple layers of protection and encryption help instill confidence in digital experiences.

Features

AI-driven deep video search

Search video content at the library level through automated, AI-driven transcription, returning results based on keyword searches. Viewers can jump to specific moments based on AI insights.

Event hosting for massive audiences

Attract and support massive audiences for your events. Enable performance tracking with real-time measurements.

Security-rich video solution

Restrict access to corporate video assets. Easily integrate with corporate directory systems for single sign-on or use email authentication to enable individual user tracking.

Customizable video portals

Provide a hosted, company-branded and customizable portal to access video content and digital events, or use APIs to pull the experience into a custom-built event microsite.

Mobile compatible player

View live and on-demand videos on any device, screen size or bandwidth with automatic bitrate switching for improved experiences.

Video distribution and workflow

Simplify the ingesting and compiling of metadata.

Live chat and Q&A

Use real-time chat and Q&A modules with built-in user management, moderation, emojis and user upvoting.

Multi-CDNs

Use multiple CDN switching for improved global reach and scalability.

Live playlists with looping

Schedule videos to play back at specific times or trigger automatic looped playback of simulated live broadcasts.

Customizable channel page

Highlight past broadcasts, upcoming shows and other important information for your viewers on a custom-branded channel page.

Automated closed captioning

Use AI with speech recognition for automatic captioning on live broadcasts and online video.

Developer APIs

Create your own streaming applications, customize interfaces, analyze engagement and more with video streaming developer tools.

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Client stories

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Salesforce

Discover how Salesforce expands the reach of the Dreamforce event through live streaming video.

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University of Pennsylvania Wharton

See how alumni viewership doubled in streamed events with IBM Video Streaming.

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Footnotes

Prices shown are indicative, may vary by country, exclude any applicable taxes and duties, and are subject to product offering availability in a locale. After the initial period, active subscriptions will automatically renew at list price.