Phil Kurz
Phil Kurz is a contributing editor to TV Tech. He has written about TV and video technology for more than 30 years and served as editor of three leading industry magazines. He earned a Bachelor of Journalism and a Master’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism.
Latest articles by Phil Kurz
TV Tech Summit: Broadcasters Face Challenges in NextGen TV Rollout
By Phil Kurz published
Consumer awareness remains low: only 7% can describe NextGen TV/ATSC 3.0
New Sencore ARD 3000 Software Offers ATSC 3.0 DRM Support
By Phil Kurz published
With an add-on license, version 1.17.0 software for the ARD 3000 series will support A3SA DRM
TV Tech Summit Panel Examines Cloud, AI, IP Landscape
By Phil Kurz published
The panel looked at how these technologies are being and will be used to streamline production
Google Cloud Introduces Generative AI-Powered Recommendation Tool For M&E Companies
By Phil Kurz published
Vertex AI Search is designed to keep audiences more engaged
Magewell Unveils Pair Of New Ultra Encode Family Live Media Encoders
By Phil Kurz published
The Ultra Encode HDMI Plus and Ultra Encode SDI Plus stream multiple protocol video at once
Modern Luxury Media Launches Luxury Lifestyle AVOD Platform
By Phil Kurz published
The ad-supported M/LUX platform is accessible to more than 150 million households
Former FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Elected To APTS Board Of Trustees
By Phil Kurz published
As an at-large member, Pai will join the board in February 2024
Verance Takes On Election Deepfakes With New Watermarking Solution
By Phil Kurz published
The system is intended to ease the concerns of a majority of American voters about deepfakes
StreamGuys Unveils Latest Generation Of SGreports
By Phil Kurz published
With a more-responsive interface, the monitoring tool presents live stream and podcast viewing metrics
Singular.Live Integrates Zixi
By Phil Kurz published
The integration enables ultra-low latency and graphics overlay at scale
STG Closes Acquisition of Avid
By Phil Kurz published
Company is now privately held, and its common stock has ceased trading
He’s No Sisyphus
By Phil Kurz published
OPINION AWARN's John Lawson takes the commercial path to 3.0 advanced emergency alerting
TBS Japan Combines LiveU On-Site Production, Starlink For Prime-Time Broadcast
By Phil Kurz published
The combination provided a resilient, wire-free setup for a popular Japanese variety show
Seacrest Studios Chooses ENCO DAD Automation To Simplify Workflow
By Phil Kurz published
The radio automation system seamlessly ties into the studios’ video workflows
BitFire Unveils Latest Releases Of Media Platform, Inferno Management Platform
By Phil Kurz published
BitFire also has introduced a cloud-based video switcher that emulates traditional workflows
SMPTE Symposium To Explore Capture, Design, Delivery Of Human Hues, Colors, Features
By Phil Kurz published
Clark Atlanta University will be the venue of the inaugural Power of Color Symposium
German Broadcaster Launches NFL Coverage From New Live Studio
By Phil Kurz published
The RTL Deutschland studio is designed with a large, curved video wall and others from Leyard
HPA To Honor Sphere With Judges Award During November Gala
By Phil Kurz published
The award recognizes the Sphere’s revolutionary leap in entertainment
Could On-Field Drone Coverage of the 2023 MLB World Series Open Door To Regular Season Use?
By Phil Kurz published
Working with Beverly Hill Aerials, Fox Sports is deploying three drones for this year’s series coverage
British Basketball League, NBC Sports Regional Networks Sign Broadcast Rights Deal
By Phil Kurz published
Two weekly league games will appear for the duration of the 2023-24 season in select U.S. markets
CNBC’s New Studio: Taking The Roundabout Way To ‘Fast Money’
By Phil Kurz published
CNBC leverages circular camera track and movable LED monitors in the new Nasdaq studio
U.K. Musical Education Charity Launches New Facility With Donated Technology
By Phil Kurz published
The Vizrt TriCaster Mini 4K anchors the facility’s video production and streaming workflow
Hisense To Launch ATSC 3.0 Watermark Support For NextGen TVs
By Phil Kurz published
The move will enable interactive experiences for viewers with antennas, cable and satellite