Almost 3.5 billion people around the world use social media and many of those users are broadcasting or engaging in live streams. As we discussed in a previous post, live streaming has become a vital feature in social media apps as more users look to
What a time we had at the AllThingsRTC conference! The Agora.io team had a fantastic experience hosting this exceptional real-time communications event. We were graced with the presence of hundreds of technology leaders, developers, and partners from leading industries who came together to share their
For several years, YouTube has broadcasted live streams from Coachella, arguably the most talked-about music festival of the year. 2018 was a milestone year, with 41 million visitors tuning in during the festival’s opening weekend—a 75% jump from the previous year. While Beyonce’s jaw-dropping performance
Live Video is expanding educational opportunities in meaningful ways. In this new era of communication, people are looking for online learning to augment the traditional in-classroom experience. Having real-time live video chat features allows students and teachers to work to their full potential. Live video
LinkedIn is the latest major social media network to integrate live video broadcasting into its platform, joining the ranks of Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. According to the popular business-focused social networking app, live video was the most requested feature from members. The new “LinkedIn Live”
The live video shopping experience has become a new normal for online shoppers in Asia who frequent platforms like Tmall and Taobao, but it’s now gaining momentum in the United States and the West as more companies experiment with the technology.Amazon recently announced the launch
Huge shifts in interactive broadcasting are coming as major sports leagues like the NBA and the NHL are now embracing daily fantasy leagues and online sports gambling. The shift in supporting both legislation and the industry as a whole signals a new era in how
Have you ever tried to plan a trip with friends or decide where to go to dinner and end up sending too many screenshots? Online screen sharing makes life easier and is gaining popularity. It is a convenient way to share data and collaborate with
The excitement level at the Game Developers Conference (GDC), in San Francisco yesterday was epic as the latest and greatest developments in the gaming industry were being showcased and demonstrated among industry experts. The view from the Agora.io Booth #P1633 confirms some of the world’s
Talk of the advent of 5G has been buzzing in the tech communities for some time, but now that numerous telecommunications companies have announced the launch of their 5G-enabled devices and networks at Mobile World Congress 2019 in Barcelona, the future with fifth-generation cellular mobile
