FreeCast is a U.S.-based media and technology company focused on primary aggregation of all streaming media segments, including expanding free, advertiser-supported television.
Through its Broadcast-Enabled Streaming TV (BEST) architecture, FreeCast bridges traditional broadcasting and modern streaming to preserve universal access while enabling next-generation security and distribution.
The FCC is facing growing controversy over ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV) security, convergence with streaming, 5G growth, including encryption, DRM, device compatibility, and transition timelines.
A purely over-the-air (OTA) approach forces zero-sum choices between consumer access and content protection.
FreeCast has developed and deployed Broadcast-Enabled Streaming TV (BEST), a hybrid broadcast–broadband architecture specifically designed to resolve these conflicts without new mandates or consumer disruption.
FreeCast's BEST platform functions as a practical bridge between traditional broadcasting and modern streaming ecosystems.
Combines free OTA broadcasting with parallel, free Internet streaming of the same local broadcast programming.
Uses existing, widely deployed DRM systems on the streaming side while preserving free consumer access.
Operates with or without subscriptions, device mandates, or elimination of OTA service.