Under the partnership announced today, Racing Victoria will adopt the Telstra Digital Video Network – a newly launched digital video network – as well as licences for Telstra owned video analytics firm Ooyala, production services from the telco owned Chief Entertainment, and satellite delivery services from third party broadcast services provider, Globecast.
Telstra says the combination of services will enable Racing Victoria to expand the broadcasting of Victorian thoroughbred racing with enhanced racecourse connectivity, improved mobile end-user access and near-real time live media streaming.
The combination of services will enable Racing Victoria to expand the broadcasting of Victorian thoroughbred racing with enhanced racecourse connectivity, improved mobile end-user access and near-real time live media streaming.
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The deal will also expand the real-time capabilities of Racing Victoria’s Integrity Control Room - a purpose built facility at its Flemington head offices with specialist integrity officers that remotely support stewards overseeing the conduct of race meetings.
Telstra connectivity, live video conferencing between stewards, photo finish feeds and the integration of Hawk-Eye and associated video technology are among the services Racing Victoria can further develop in the operation of its control room.
“We’ve worked hard to assemble the depth and quality of media services available to our customers today, and this partnership with Racing Victoria is a fantastic example of the capabilities our portfolio presents. This new model is one of the first of its kind in Australia and demonstrates a truly disruptive approach to sports broadcasting,” Blanken said.
Racing Victoria Chief Executive, Bernard Saundry, said the partnership with Telstra provides Racing Victoria with innovative technology solutions to support its media strategies.
“We are delighted to announce this partnership with Telstra that puts the industry in control of racecourse connectivity and the data highway from our racecourses.”