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Webhook Integration in Ant Media Server: Complete Guide [2026]

Ant Media Server provides webhook support to notify external systems when specific streaming events occur. Webhooks allow your backend application to automatically receive event-based updates—such as when a live stream starts, ends, or a recording becomes available—without continuously polling the server. By registering a webhook URL, Ant Media Server sends HTTP POST requests to your backend whenever a supported event is triggered. This enables developers to build automation workflows, trigger notifications, update databases, or integrate Read more…

By Ahmet Oguz Mermerkaya, ago
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How to use OBS with Ant Media Server? [2026 Update]

OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming. When integrated with Ant Media Server, OBS enables ultra-low latency broadcasting with sub-second delay using WebRTC technology. This tutorial is part of our comprehensive OBS Studio Streaming Guide, which covers everything from basic setup to advanced streaming techniques. OBS captures video from webcams, external cameras, screen sources, and audio devices. It publishes streams via RTMP protocol to Ant Media Server, which Read more…

By Burak Kekeç, ago
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What is a CDN and which CDN service should be selected? [2026 Update]

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) are a foundational component of today’s digital infrastructure, especially for websites and platforms that serve global audiences. From loading web pages and streaming videos to delivering online services at scale, CDNs play a critical role in ensuring content reaches users quickly and reliably. In modern video streaming and broadcasting, CDNs are no longer optional. They help reduce latency, improve performance, and handle traffic spikes by distributing content across geographically dispersed servers. Read more…

By Enes Kuluk, ago
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Maximizing Your Skills: WebRTC vs WebSockets Explained

While researching common WebRTC questions on Google, the query “WebRTC vs WebSockets” stood out. These two technologies serve very different purposes, yet the frequent comparison suggests there’s confusion around how they relate. In this article, we’ll clearly explain what WebRTC and WebSockets are, how they work, and when to use each one. Understanding the differences between WebRTC vs WebSockets is crucial for developers. What are WebSockets? When discussing WebRTC vs WebSockets, it’s important to consider Read more…

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Real-Time Telehealth Video Streaming Solutions 2026

Telehealth is no longer an emerging trend—it is now a core part of modern healthcare delivery. What began as a necessity during the pandemic has evolved into a long-term model for improving access, efficiency, and continuity of care. At the center of this transformation is real-time video streaming, which enables doctors, specialists, and patients to connect instantly, regardless of location. Video streaming in telehealth goes far beyond basic video calls. Modern telemedicine platforms rely on Read more…

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WebRTC Android SDK: Build Your Live Streaming App in 4 Simple Steps! [2026 Update]

Hey Android developers! Now that we discussed how to build WebRTC mobile apps, let’s go over the process of creating a WebRTC Android streaming application. Or simply use this tutorial to introduce data, audio or video streaming to your existing product – all with 4 simple steps. WebRTC is one of the most used real-time streaming protocols. It is very easy to use in browsers. You may find lots of tutorials for this technology. But what Read more…

By Burak Kekeç, ago
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Elevate Your Streaming: LL-HLS Magic with Ant Media Server [2026 Update]

We’re thrilled to announce that starting from v2.11, Ant Media Server now supports Low-Latency HLS (LL-HLS), a cutting-edge technology that is revolutionizing video streaming. With this new capability, you can serve HLS streams with minimal latency, providing your audience with lightning-fast, real-time video playback like never before. Apple introduced HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) in 2009 as a solution for streaming live and on-demand audio and video over the internet. Today, HLS stands as the most Read more…

By Yunus Emre Guney, ago
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How to build a WebRTC Mobile App like Discord and Google Meet [2026 Update]

WebRTC has been a very important protocol since its release, however, its importance has increased with the Pandemic. WebRTC has become one of the most important standards for developing applications that need real-time latency, as it can be integrated into any browser without the need for standalone application downloads. It is supported by all major web browsers. WebRTC mobile apps meet real-time communication needs. This technology allows direct and seamless communication from almost any endpoint Read more…

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What is Transcoding and How Does It Work? Why is It Important for Streaming? [2026 Update]

If you’re involved in the streaming industry—or even just curious about how it all works—you’ve probably come across the term transcoding more than once. Maybe you already have a basic idea of what it means, or maybe you’re still wondering what exactly it is and why it keeps coming up. Either way, by the end of this blog post, you’ll have a solid understanding of the transcoding process and why it plays such a crucial role in Read more…

By Yash Tandon, ago
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