Globoplay Implements Harmonic VOS 360 Media Software-as-a-Service Solution for Brazilian Football Tournament
In a groundbreaking move, Globoplay, Brazil's largest video streaming platform, has partnered with Harmonic to deliver low-latency live streaming during the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A soccer championship. This partnership aims to redefine the way football content is streamed in Brazil by setting new standards for premium sports content delivery using cloud-native, scalable media streaming solutions.
After a rigorous evaluation process, Harmonic was chosen for the project due to its proven low-latency streaming technology, cloud flexibility, and exceptional DevOps support. The deployment of Harmonic's VOS360 Media SaaS solution allows Globoplay to stream over 300 matches across 38 rounds with high video quality and near-real-time viewing experiences for Brazilian football fans.
Key elements of the implementation include running Harmonic's solution in a nearby public cloud region, reducing latency by minimizing data travel time. The platform supports broadcast-grade performance at scale, handling high traffic during live sports events without compromising quality. Collaborative fine-tuning of video systems, CDN (content delivery network) optimization, and ensuring compatibility across multiple players have been crucial in guaranteeing a robust and reliable streaming experience.
The joint work between Globo and Harmonic teams has resulted in a robust and reliable rollout of the Harmonic solution for Globoplay. Diego Ramos, digital platform director at Globo, stated that Harmonic was selected due to their proven low-latency streaming technology, cloud flexibility, and exceptional DevOps support.
Harmonic's streaming solutions will be showcased at SET Expo 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, at the SDB Multimidia booth 38, and at IBC2025 in Amsterdam, in Stand 1.B20. This commitment to delivering superior viewer experiences extends beyond the current project, with Harmonic's solutions also on display at both events to showcase their capabilities in live sports streaming.
Globo aims to captivate fans with unforgettable live sports streaming experiences using the Harmonic platform. Gil Rudge, senior vice president of Harmonic, expressed excitement about supporting Globo in enhancing live sports streaming experiences in Brazil. Harmonic is committed to delivering superior viewer experiences across any screen.
For more information about Harmonic and their solutions, visit their website. The deployment of Harmonic's solutions for Globo reinforces Harmonic's leadership in powering live sports streaming at scale. This partnership is set to revolutionize the way live sports are streamed in Brazil, offering fans an unparalleled viewing experience.
- Globoplay, the largest video streaming platform in Brazil, has partnered with Harmonic to use cloud-based media streaming solutions for low-latency live streaming of the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A soccer championship.
- Harmonic's VOS360 Media SaaS solution will stream over 300 matches from the football championship with high video quality and near-real-time viewing experiences, due to its deployment in a nearby public cloud region.
- The digital platform director at Globo, Diego Ramos, has stated that Harmonic was chosen for the project because of their low-latency streaming technology, cloud flexibility, and exceptional DevOps support.
- Harmonic's streaming solutions will be exhibited at the SET Expo 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and IBC2025 in Amsterdam, demonstrating their capability in delivering superior live sports streaming experiences.
- This partnership between Globo and Harmonic is expected to revolutionize live sports streaming in Brazil, offering fans an unparalleled viewing experience.
