Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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When the biggest moments in live sports hit, traffic surges coming from unexpected directions can stymie even the most mature streaming stacks. This panel of live streaming and content delivery pros breaks down how top platforms prepare to manage peak demand—using smart load-balancing, real-time monitoring, and advanced failover strategies to maximize uptimes when streams scale globally.

Moderator:
Matt Stagg, Independent Consultant and Founder, MTech Sport

Speakers:
James Pearce, EVP Broadcast and Streaming, DAZN
Corey Smith, Deputy General Manager - Media Enabled Services, TATA Communications
Ian Parr, Broadband Engineering Director, BT Group