In this month’s issue: we present our pre-IBC 2019 issue and focus on how 5G communications networks are spurring a revolution in the video industry, providing the backbone for an anytime, anywhere true broadcast quality viewing experiences. We will also be looking at direct-to-consumer services; the rise and rise of over-the-top packages; the evolution of Netflix; advances in advertising technology including AVOD solutions; back office and data centres; HDR and 8K TV.