# LiveU

> LiveU supplies portable video encoders, bonded IP connectivity and cloud software that move live footage from cameras to production teams and audiences. Its customers include broadcasters, sports producers, enterprises and public safety organizations. The company reports more than 5,000 customers in 150 countries and is majority owned by Carlyle.

- **Founded:** 2006
- **Headquarters:** Hackensack, United States
- **Founders:** Samuel (Shmulik) Wasserman (Co-founder and CEO), Avichai (Avi) Cohen (Co-founder; former COO), Dr. Rony Ohayon (Co-founder; founding CTO)
- **Products:** LRT (LiveU Reliable Transport), LU900Q, LU800, LiveU Solo PRO, LiveU Studio
- **Notable:** Company reports 5,000+ customers in 150 countries., Technology & Engineering Emmy recognition for cellular bonding, publicly celebrated in June 2020., Passed US$100 million in annual sales by the 2021 Carlyle announcement.

## Products & services

- **LRT (LiveU Reliable Transport)** — Proprietary audio/video transport protocol combining bonded IP paths, packet recovery, error correction and adaptive bitrate.
- **LU900Q** — Portable 5G production unit with native LiveU IQ, eSIM connectivity, dual-camera support and return video.
- **LU800** — Multi-camera 5G field encoder for broadcast and remote production.
- **LiveU Solo PRO** — Portable 4K encoder for creators and smaller production teams, with optional bonding and connectivity services.
- **LiveU Studio** — Browser-based cloud production with switching, graphics, audio, replay and distribution; offers usage-based purchasing.
- **LiveU IQ** — Uses eSIMs, historical network data and real-time analysis to switch cellular operators dynamically.
- **LiveU Matrix** — Cloud-based live video distribution and feed sharing.
- **LiveU Ingest** — Automatic live recording and story metadata tagging integrated with media asset management workflows.
- **Actus Digital** — Compliance logging, technical monitoring and AI-assisted content intelligence; acquired business closed in May 2025.
- **Mobile Data, rentals and support** — Connectivity plans, temporary equipment provision and services supporting live deployments.

## Achievements

- Company reports 5,000+ customers in 150 countries.
- Technology & Engineering Emmy recognition for cellular bonding, publicly celebrated in June 2020.
- Passed US$100 million in annual sales by the 2021 Carlyle announcement.
- AP announced a deployment taking its global LiveU encoder fleet beyond 100 in September 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — October 14: Eden Project described its LU900Q, Studio and Audio Connect setup for live learning.
- **2026-10** — October 8: CRD Audiovisuel deployment described coverage from Tour de France stage starts using LU900Q and IQ.
- **2026-10** — October 6: Airwise partnership announced for public safety drone workflows.
- **2026-09** — September 8: AP announced a broader LiveU deployment across its newsgathering operations.
- **2026-04** — April 14: expanded Sony file workflow integration announced.
- **2025-05** — May 22: acquisition of Actus Digital’s business and technology closed.

## Links

- Website: https://www.liveu.tv/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/liveu/
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/LiveU
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LiveUTV
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liveutv/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiveU.Fans/

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Last updated: 2026-10-25