Fred Dawson
Fred Dawson, principal of the consulting firm Dawson Communications, has headed ventures tracking the technologies and trends shaping the evolution of electronic media and communications for over three decades. Prior to moving to full-time pursuit of his consulting business, Dawson served as CEO and editor of ScreenPlays Magazine, the trade publication he founded and ran from 2005 until it ceased publishing in 2021. At various points in his career he also served as vice president of editorial at Virgo Publishing, editorial director at Cahners, editor of Cablevision Magazine, and publisher of premium executive newsletters, including the Cable-Telco Report, the DBS Report, and Broadband Commerce & Technology.
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New protocols bring more clarity to the emergence of software-defined workflows

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5G Broadcast Does it create a path towards getting NextGen TV on mobile?

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Despite all the extra features thrown at viewers, live sports viewing is predominantly experienced through legacy TV outlets

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Broadcasters scramble to find alternatives

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Cloud Adoption Enterprises ‘are discovering their existing infrastructure strategies aren’t designed for AI’s demands’

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STREAMING How will MOQ revolutionize streaming?

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NAB Show Broadcasters explore AI, interoperability and real-time streaming innovations as they adapt to a shifting media landscape

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Standards New protocols expand IP options for media facilities

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NAB Show TV and radio get a refresh on the show floor while AI gets practical

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Virtual Production An increasing number of VP degree programs are sparking collaboration across disciplines that traditionally worked separately

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As NextGen TV waits in the wings, broadcasters are securing a robust presence in the connected TV universe

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Industry’s attempts to stem the tide of illegal activity are slowed by congressional inaction

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IP Production Advances in handling an increasing variety of protocols help drive new adoptions

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Behind the scenes, distribution conflicts intensify

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BUSINESS Industry proves remarkably resilient for an odd-numbered year

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Artificial Intelligence Stations are overcoming early doubts to recognize its competitive edge

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NAB Show Vendors take a ‘heads-down’ approach amid an uncertain business climate

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NAB Show This year’s gathering takes a deep dive into the AI-powered present of media and entertainment

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COVER STORY How effective are local station groups in attracting fans?

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Is the technology finally living up to the hype?

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Resistance in professional production ranks is giving way to enthusiastic embrace

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Sports How will marquee events like the Super Bowl handle latency?

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While some in the M&E industry tiptoe around sensitive outcomes, others tout cautious approach
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