German video technology solutions provider nanocosmos has launched a cutting-edge video platform. This platform utilizes Media over QUIC (MoQ) and WebTransport, representing a significant advancement in ultra-low latency broadcast-grade streaming.
The Berlin-based company will demonstrate this new technology at the Fraunhofer FOKUS Media Web Symposium in Berlin from June 24-25, 2025. The platform delivers broadcast-quality experiences with sub-second latency, according to nanocosmos. Specifically designed for interactive and mission-critical applications such as iGaming, live auctions, corporate town halls, and online events, the solution aims to bring innovative standards like MoQ from the experimental phase into practical commercial use.
The platform’s core functionality involves using the QUIC transport protocol to stream audio and video data with minimal delay. While the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) is still finalizing the official Media over QUIC Transport (MOQT) standard, nanocosmos has adopted a proactive approach. They’ve implemented their own version of media-over-QUIC – called MoQ – to meet current demands and provide immediate customer benefits. “There’s been a lot of excitement around MoQ, and rightly so,” said Oliver Lietz, CEO and Founder of nanocosmos. “But this isn’t just theoretical or experimental. We’ve taken a pragmatic, customer-focused approach to solve real problems. Our new platform is production-ready, fully integrated into existing workflows, and requires no complex setup. For many customers, a simple player update is all that’s needed.”
A key advantage is its browser-native compatibility. The updated nanoStream Player allows organizations to deliver MoQ-based streams without additional software or plugins. The system automatically detects MoQ support and falls back to alternatives like ULL-HLS or WebSocket, ensuring consistent performance across various devices and network conditions. The platform’s architecture utilizes a global network of over 1,000 nodes, handling petabytes of throughput. It supports adaptive bitrate (ABR) streaming and maintains sub-500 millisecond end-to-end latency, even with network congestion. This makes it perfect for applications requiring precise timing, such as live auctions or virtual event interactions.
Beyond core transport, the platform offers advanced features for professional streaming, including real-time analytics, failover mechanisms, live transcoding, AI-powered transcription, and multilingual captions. A live replay studio enables quick sharing of highlights. API-based integration allows for customized, white-label solutions. As demand for interactive video increases, MoQ is poised to redefine media delivery. nanocosmos will showcase the platform at the Fraunhofer FOKUS Media Web Symposium, where Lietz will present “How to integrate MoQ into a comprehensive real-time video platform”.