NexGuard has announced a collaboration with Nevion to implement its network ID product.
The Kudelski-owned company inserts a unique invisible and robust forensic watermark in primary distribution feeds for linear TV, be it satellite, cable or fibre. It’s able to determine the source of illegally distributed signals, such as those from live sports, and serves as proof of ownership.
Andy Rayner, Chief Technologist, at Nevion explained: “Nevion equipment is trusted by leading broadcasters and service providers across the globe to transport broadcast signals reliably and securely in real-time over considerable distances. Almost every significant live sport event relies on Nevion equipment for example. It makes total sense for us to work closely with NexGuard to implement their Network ID solution into our media equipment to provide our customers with even greater security for their valuable content.”
Harrie Tholen, Managing Director at NexGuard, adds: “Tracing illicit content activity is a necessary and critical first step in fighting today’s greatest piracy challenges, such as the illegal re-distribution of live sports. NexGuard is honored to be working with Nevion to provide a solution that is pre-integrated with today’s TV & Media industry workflows. Network ID offers a clear indication of the sources of piracy, so that rights holders can focus their anti-piracy efforts where it matters.”
NexGuard’s Sister company NAGRA offers a comprehensive set of global anti-piracy monitoring and take-down services for Web, IPTV/Kodi and social media piracy.
