NexPlayer, a privately owned Spanish company founded in 2002, develops and provides software development kits (SDKs) for video players used in video applications. Employing approximately 80 people, the company reported revenues under $10 million in 2022. NexPlayer's SDK distinguishes itself by not being based on open-source code and has been integrated into over 200 video services globally, including notable providers such as AT&T, HBO, Sky, and Turner.
In 2022, NexPlayer collaborated with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to enhance video quality and security across various devices, including Android, iOS, and Smart TVs. They introduced the NexPlayer MultiView solution, allowing end users to customize their viewing experience. Furthermore, NexPlayer integrated its multi-screen player into Multi-DRM Core, providing enhanced streaming capabilities. In a significant move, NexPlayer partnered with Nintendo to bring the NexPlayer SDK to Nintendo Switch, enabling HLS and DASH streaming. This partnership resulted in the release of the Nintendo Switch video player SDK, facilitating live and video-on-demand streaming on the Nintendo Switch.
NexPlayer's customers primarily consist of broadcast television and radio, pay TV services and streaming services companies. Examples of NexPlayer's customers include HOT, Bell Media and Corus Entertainment. NexPlayer has partners like Amazon Web Services (AWS).