Embrace the upcoming IBC2025, don't overlook its captivating events!

IBC 2025 is just around the corner, and it promises to be an exciting event for the media and technology industry. Here's a roundup of some of the notable sessions, events, and discussions that you won't want to miss.

Industry Impact Briefing

Register now for the 9.15-10.15am IABM Industry Impact Briefing, taking place at Conference Room 1 - IBC Conference. This session, Leading Successful Transformations in Media Business, will provide valuable insights into navigating successful transformations in the media industry.

Sessions at IBC

"A perfect storm - from peak TV to peak transformation" will delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by the current media landscape. The presenters for this session have yet to be disclosed.
"Tech Timewarp: Reflecting on the past and facing towards the future of production and distribution" will offer a fascinating look back at the evolution of media technology and its future trajectory.
"Vision: from 15 lines to 4320 - evolution of the visual experience" will explore the advancements in television technology, from standard definition to ultra high definition.
"Citizen Communication in a Crisis as the World-Order is changing" will discuss the role of media in crisis communication in a rapidly changing global landscape.
"Smart Workflows - Harnessing AI tools for Next Generation Content" will delve into how AI is revolutionising the media industry, enabling richer storytelling and automating key production processes.
"Global TV Services Transformation" will feature a panel of industry experts discussing the future of global TV services. The panel includes Steve Reynolds, Chris Pulis, Anne Schelle, Simon Farnsworth, Kadi Luht-Kallas, Juan Reyes, Egon Verharen, Satriyo Dharmanto, and members of the IET Media TN executive committee.
"SMPTE Forward: New Standards, New Skills, New Communities" will highlight SMPTE's initiatives to help the industry adapt to new challenges.
"The Media Climate Accord launches at IBC" will introduce the Media Climate Accord, an ambitious pledge for emissions reduction and net zero by 2040 for global live events.
The Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) will host five sessions covering areas under the theme of The Global Impact and Importance of Television.

Events at IBC

BT Media and Broadcast is hosting a drinks and networking event at Stand 0.A05. Registration is available here.
Accedo, Amazon Web Services, and Merapar are hosting a drinks event at Accedo stand 5.F80.
Greening of Streaming will present results from recent measurement campaigns at Session: Greening of Streaming progress report: what we've been measuring and why it matters. Location: E105
The Greening of Streaming Hour at IBC2025 will feature three sessions on streaming sustainability. Location: E105
Eutelsat and Vincent Grivet will present the first-ever environmental comparison of satellite TV delivery against IP and terrestrial options at Session: Satellite Broadcasting Shows its First Green Credentials. Location: E105
Accedo and Merapar are partnering to advance the consumer experience in streaming, using Composable CX architectures and machine learning. Registration is available here.
The DVB-NIP Showcase @ IBC2025 will take place at DVB Booth (1.B71), featuring speakers including Emily Dubs, Steve Bisenius, Ignacio Gonzalez Nunez, Bart Van Utterbeeck, and regional operators.
The IBC Pride Happy Hour sponsored by Quickplay, Caretta Research, Dalet, Evergent, and Twelve Labs will celebrate diversity, inclusion, and make genuine connections at The Traveller Restaurant. Registration is required.
Satcoms Innovation Group (SIG) and ST Engineering iDirect Belgium are hosting a beer happy hour at ST Engineering iDirect stand 1.A49.

Networking Opportunities

The Impact Stage will run across all four days of IBC, featuring thought leadership conversations and industry-shaping discussions from September 12-15, 2025, at the IABM Member Lounge, The Diamond Lounge.

Don't miss out on these exciting events and sessions at IBC 2025. Register now and be part of the media and technology industry's biggest gathering!