[talk] BTS Gwanghwamun Live, a massive issue where global tech meets fandom

A massive issue where global tech and fandom are united The fact that Netflix utilized its own transmission network 'Open Connect' and a live-dedicated encoding pipeline to allow viewers around the world to enjoy the performance in the best possible environment made BTS's stage even more special.

The performance that dyed Gwanghwamun a wave of purple demonstrated an unprecedented scale not only in technology but also in terms of production and operation. The site was truly overwhelming, with staff from 10 countries collaborating in 8 languages, and 23 cameras, 124 broadcast monitors, and 164.5 tons of broadcast equipment mobilized. From 9.5 km of power cables and a 9,660 kVA power supply to 40 terabytes of servers and 108 terabytes of filming data... it was a moment when everything was fully mobilized for BTS's comeback.