IBC2018 Touchdown
Digital Studio|September 2018

IBC2018 has dawned upon us, and we bring you a prequel to the gala event, which has been influencing the milieu of broadcasting, since 1967

Anisha Gakhar
IBC2018 Touchdown

By the industry, for the industry,’ is precisely the sentiment that International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) exudes every year at Amsterdam, and rightfully so. IBC is one of the globe’s most impactful media, entertainment and technology shows, which most industry professionals vouch for. It allures thousands of attendees to the Dutch capital, promising them a magnanimous display of products, services, vendor solutions and exhibits, pertaining to the broadcast industry.

By virtue of its successful execution year after year, IBC2018 is back and how! This year promises a better, larger version of its predecessing ones, with an array of new technologies expected to be demonstrated for thousands of visitors from around the globe.

Originally, the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) has evolved extensively from its technical broadcast origins, encompassing the length and breadth of media creation management and delivery. It puts forth everything from online content to digital cinema, and automated workflows to high-resolution capture and display. It has established itself as one of the most respected and sought-after conventions, and it continues to go from strength to strength.

CONFERRING CONFERENCES

IBC2018 has laid down a series of technology conferences, to help induce new ideas and foster connections amongst industry pioneers. Key elements of the IBC2018 Conference are an experienced panel, and keynotes from renowned speakers and experts. Featuring some pioneering thought-leaders, and innovators in their fields, the IBC Conference will help explore new strategies, understand business disruptors, chart future technological progress and uncover the future roadmap of the industry. From keynotes to creative directors and technical futurists, the Conference will bring together over 400 inspirational speakers, across 90 sessions.

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