Vertical Shorts: a new engagement layer for video streaming operators

Younger audiences discover content through short, vertical video — TikTok, Reels, Shorts.So why leave that behaviour outside your TV platform?With UniqCast’s Vertical Shorts, operators can introduce a swipe-based discovery feed inside their own app.Even better — our AI module automatically analyzes VOD and catch-up assets, detects key scenes, and generates vertical trailers without manual editing.The result?✔ Higher engagement✔ Better content discovery✔ More time spent in the operator’s environment✔ Zero extra operational workloadThis isn’t just another feature — it’s a new UX layer that strengthens the operator’s position in the content journey.▶️ Check out our latest uCast Shorts episode where Ivan Biljan and Domagoj Bartolic break it down.