This research paper proposes an initial threat analysis of virtual reality (VR) for the media industry. It focuses on the use of VR for media consumption or media-related applications. Pure gaming is not within its scope. Nevertheless, this study tackles casual gaming applications related to movies or TV shows. After introducing a taxonomy of VR (360 VR, Theatrical VR, and Interactive VR) in the media industry, we determine all of the assets that may need protection. Indeed, many more assets […]

The accurate estimation of a camera response function (CRF) allows for proper encoding of camera exposures into motion picture post-production workflows like the Academy Color Encoding System (ACES), helping minimize noncreative manual adjustments. Although there are well-known standard CRFs implemented in typical video camera workflows, motion picture camera workflows and new high dynamic range (HDR) workflows have introduced new standard CRFs, as well as custom and proprietary CRFs. Current […]

The concept of microservices is not new. The notion of breaking down traditional monolithic application program interfaces (APIs) into much smaller, business task-focused services is something that has been embraced by many industries. The media industry is just beginning to realize the benefits of this approach, particularly with the move to cloud-based services. We will look at why microservices are now emerging as a hot topic for media, where they make sense, and how standardization within […]