With System And Style: Martin Audio Introduces BlacklineQ

When a classic reinvents itself, it’s worth listening. With the new BlacklineQ series, Martin Audio is launching a completely revised generation of passive loudspeakers on the market that rely on state-of-the-art acoustic technology, high flexibility and well thought-out design. The result: nine sophisticated speaker solutions – including powerful two-way systems, elegant column speakers and deeply…

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Green, digital, impressive: this is how tomorrow’s worlds of experience are created

Location-based entertainment thrives on creating lasting memories. It’s about experiences that capture people with all their senses and touch them emotionally. Today’s audience expects more than just information or visual stimuli, whether it’s a trade fair, theme park or adventure world. They are looking for connections, stories and experiences that have a lasting effect beyond…

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Events designed for the web: what stage, sound and lighting equipment is needed for social media?

From product launches to panel talks and festivals, events are no longer just for the live audience on site. Anyone planning an event today always considers the digital space. Social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn have particularly become important extensions of stage events. However, the leap from stage to stream is…

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Blockchain in event management: building trust through decentralised control

For years, the event industry has been facing growing challenges in the areas of data security, ticket counterfeiting, and trust in digital processes. As events become increasingly digitalised, the focus is shifting towards how security and transparency can be improved sustainably. Blockchain technology offers new solutions to these problems. As a decentralised data structure, blockchain…

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Livestream in style! From OBS to Streamlabs — everything you need to know

Livestreaming has become an integral part of the world of content creation. Influencers use livestreams to interact with their community in real time, whether it’s for a product launch, gaming session, live Q&A or event reporting. To make a livestream work and look professional, you need the right combination of software, hardware and setup. The…

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Using the AG-CX18 and AG-CX20 for events: How live streaming works

In recent years, live streaming has evolved from a niche solution into a core element of modern event formats. Whether it’s a music festival, sporting event, university lecture or company presentation, digital real-time transmission has become an integral part of visitor and participant communication, rather than just an accessory. However, while streaming technology is widely…

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Blue Angel for Events: An eco-label for sustainable events

A new eco-label is helping to guide the sustainable events industry. Sustainable events can now be officially certified. Since January 2025, organisers have been able to use the new ‘Blue Angel for environmentally friendly events’ eco-label bearing the DE-UZ 236 mark. The associated award criteria were published on the Federal Environment Agency’s website in July…

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Three days of movement: Prolight + Sound 2026 introduces a new concept

Prolight + Sound, the leading international trade fair for event and entertainment technologies, is repositioning itself for 2026. With a concise three-day schedule and a distinct focus on the European market, Messe Frankfurt is aligning with current industry trends and the feedback of its exhibitors and partners. The aim is to promote exchange, innovation and…

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