Tata Communications has been chosen by Ultracast to power the international expansion of the company’s 360 degree video and virtual reality (VR) platform. Ultracast creates live 360 degree video and VR content in motorsports series such as NASCAR, FIA World Endurance Championship, 24 Hours of Le Mans, as well as other sporting categories such as boxing, rugby and professional bull riding.
The company will use Tata Communications’ Ultra Live Video Delivery Network (VDN) to bring this content from events globally to fans’ smartphones, tablets and VR devices in complete sync with live TV broadcasts. These VDN capabilities are underpinned by Tata Communications’ global superfast network, which minimises latency for live 360 degree video and VR content and ensures an immersive, high-quality entertainment experience for sports fans.
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