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Videosoft Global, a Viasat ELEVATE partner, and Viasat, Inc., a global pioneer in satellite communications, have announced an agreement to integrate Videosoft's video streaming technology into INTELIE - Viasat's operational AI platform.  The agreement means Viasat will be able to provide Videosoft’s live-streaming capabilities via INTELIE to increase situational awareness for businesses, help them respond to events in real time, and make informed decisions.  Live video streaming solutions Videosoft Global’s live video streaming solutions use adaptive video compression and transmission technology to deliver high-quality, low-latency streaming over satellite communications. With streaming capabilities from as little as 4kbps over satcom, cellular, and mesh networks, the technology ensures stability in challenging network conditions, while lowering data costs.  INTELIE The platform provides a real-time view of what is happening in the field, delivering operational intelligence INTELIE is Viasat's advanced operational AI platform for industrial applications, for example, energy and mining. The platform provides a real-time view of what is happening in the field, delivering operational intelligence and real-time predictive analytics. This enables companies to take better actions where they need most to mitigate the risks of downtime and financial loss.   AI-driven real-time monitoring The integration of Videosoft’s video streaming capability into INTELIE will create a next-generation AI-driven real-time monitoring and analytics solution for delivering mission-critical communications from remote locations around the world.   This deal demonstrates the unique value of Videosoft’s technology as a key enabler in the advancement of monitoring solutions for driving industrial operational efficiency. Applications in other sectors Videosoft’s partnership with Viasat will extend the reach of Videosoft’s solutions beyond their current customer base As a pioneering live video streaming solution provider with an established reputation in serving the oil and gas sector, Videosoft’s partnership with Viasat will extend the reach of Videosoft’s solutions beyond their current customer base including maritime, aviation, uncrewed vessels, military, defence, and homeland security applications.  "We are thrilled to be partnering with Viasat on this important initiative," said Stewart McCone, Chief Executive Officer at Videosoft. Situational awareness Stewart McCone adds, "The integration of our live video technology into INTELIE adds an essential layer of situational awareness that will give customers greater control over their operations." "We are excited to be working with Videosoft on such a cutting-edge solution offering," said Simon Hawkins, Vice President, Enterprise Commercial & Innovation at Viasat. Cost and operational efficiency Simon Hawkins adds, "This partnership is a clear example of how Viasat ELEVATE can bring innovation and new business development opportunities to our partner network." He continues, "By combining Videosoft's live video technology and our expertise in satellite communications, we believe that we can help businesses operate more efficiently – both in terms of cost and operational control.”

Videosoft, a provider of bandwidth-efficient video streaming, has announced a partnership with Cradlepoint, the provider of cloud-delivered 5G and LTE wireless network edge solutions. Videosoft's Firelight Gateway software running on Cradlepoint routers dramatically reduces the cost of live streaming over 5G and LTE networks.   It is what security sector video expert Stewart McCone calls a 'gamechanger' for the industry. No additional hardware needed Videosoft Firelight dramatically reduces the cost of live streaming using Cradlepoint routers on 4G and 5G networks Videosoft software is validated with Cradlepoint routers and can now offer ultra-low bandwidth streaming without the need for additional hardware. Videosoft Firelight dramatically reduces the cost of live streaming using Cradlepoint routers on 4G and 5G networks. Due to its ability to stream in areas of low bandwidth, many applications, once deemed impossible or too expensive, are now open to Cradlepoint users. To access the benefits of Videosoft's ultra-low bitrate software, Cradlepoint customers with R1700, R1900 or E3000 series routers can simply activate a Videosoft licence. Over the last year, a team from Videosoft has worked closely and collaboratively alongside Cradlepoint technicians to bring the product to market.       Authority comment "Combining the power of a Cradlepoint router and Videosoft's FireLight solution, reliable, on-the-move live video streaming is now a reality," said Stewart McCone, Chief Executive Officer of Videosoft Global. "We instantly recognised that the introduction of our software on Cradlepoint's routers was a barometer of change, bringing about a shift in the marketplace and a real game changer; something that I'd envisaged when I began working in the industry two decades ago.” "Previously, additional hardware was always needed to do video streaming. Now, by combining our software with existing comms hardware, Videosoft has opened up new Internet of Things (IoT) and video applications to many more users; the future is here today." Continuous monitoring of network's health Cellular networks do not always provide consistent bandwidth availability, resulting in dropped live video feeds Cellular networks do not always provide consistent bandwidth availability, resulting in dropped live video feeds, especially from moving vehicles. However, Videosoft's FireLight technology continuously monitors the network's health and, as the bandwidth flexes, it automatically adjusts the amount required (up or down) to maintain a live stream at the optimal quality and low latency. For McCone, this development proves that Videosoft provides solutions to industry problems other manufacturers can only dream of and which have not been available - until now. Partnership demonstrating a commitment The Cradlepoint/Videosoft partnership demonstrates a commitment to meet customer demands by delivering specialist Future Tech in hardware and software applications. It is also the latest confirmation of Videosoft Global's position as the number one player in providing live video over low bandwidth networks, following a string of other international successes in the security, Satcom, 5G and IoT sectors. Installation on the MAS Among other significant industry achievements, Videosoft's technology was recently selected and installed on the Mayflower Autonomous Ship (MAS) to help relay high-quality live footage throughout its groundbreaking crossing of the Atlantic. The AI-driven, uncrewed trimaran recently retraced the journey of the original Mayflower from the UK to the US. Videosoft Global's technology captured footage from its six onboard cameras and transmitted it live to AI developers and research scientists, providing real-time feedback and visuals that proved critical during the mission.

Virginia, US-based Iridium Communications Inc. is the latest international comms business to benefit from Videosoft Global's groundbreaking ultra-low bandwidth video transmission technology. Videosoft’s FireLight solution Running Videosoft’s FireLight solution over the Iridium Certus® service will enable the live transmission of video from as low as 4kbps to and from anywhere in the world. As a Certified Iridium Valued Added Developer, Videosoft's cutting-edge solution enables the company’s partner network to offer secure live video, audio, and data connectivity for viewing, control, and processing in real-time for a variety of users.  Remote and IoT applications Government entities can utilise it for security and surveillance, the maritime industry for beyond-the-horizon connectivity for manned and unmanned vessels, and land users for remote fixed or mobile locations around the globe. The compression and transmission of live, bandwidth-efficient video data from Videosoft FireLight over the Iridium® network® are also beneficial for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, disaster control, tactical video surveillance, and more. Video transmission FireLight’s capability to support live video transmission over Iridium Certus opens the door for critical applications" Bryan Hartin, Executive Vice President, Iridium, said, "Traditional live video transmission requires a significant amount of bandwidth and can be costly to users. FireLight’s capability to support live video transmission over Iridium Certus from as low as 4kbps opens the door for countless critical applications.” He added, "With the addition of VideoSoft’s video compression technology, cost-effective, weather-resilient, and reliable video transmission everywhere in the world is now another value-added service available for our customers.” Certus L-band satellite service platform FireLight is compatible with a wide variety of Iridium and Iridium Connected® satellite terminals built to operate using the Iridium Certus 100, 200, or 700 services. The Iridium Certus L-band satellite service platform offers the flexibility to scale device speeds, sizes, and power requirements both up and down based on the needs of the end-user. Beyond serving solely as a connectivity solution, Iridium Certus provides a platform for Iridium’s partners to develop specialised broadband, mid-band, and narrowband applications to connect people and assets. Dan Rooney, Maritime Director at Iridium (EMEA/R), said "I have tested Videosoft's compression software on Iridium Certus 100, and the viewing experience is incredible."