The debate: What is the most disruptive technology affecting broadcasting? - Business Reporter | Public Relations & Social Marketing Insight | Scoop.it

A panel of experts debate what the most disruptive technology will be for broadcasting...It has impacted the way viewers consume content – not only how, but where and when they watch shows or videos. Due to the proliferation of devices, viewers can access content at any time, at any location, on the device of their choosing, so eyeballs are rarely giving their full attention to traditional platforms like TV.


With traffic to sites such as blinkx, YouTube and Facebook growing every day, and video shared more than any other medium by consumers, it’s clear to see who’s stealing the limelight. What’s more, online video provides consumers with more choice and more flexibility. The web hosts a variety of content that traditional broadcasters could never compete with, be it snackable three-minute videos on the bus ride home or exclusive, online shows streamed straight to your iPad....