TulixCDN Launches HTTP/3 on QUIC

"HLS over HTTP/3 (QUIC)" is a modern delivery method for Live TV streaming that starts playback faster and performs better on mobile and unstable networks. Unlike legacy HLS, which relies on older TCP connections, HTTP/3 uses QUIC to reduce buffering, recover faster from packet loss, and maintain smooth playback when users switch between Wi-Fi and cellular networks. The video format remains standard HLS, so it works seamlessly with existing players while delivering a better viewing experience.

Executive Summary

Why It's Time to Move Your HLS Streaming to HTTP/3/QUIC with Tulix - Now, Not "Someday"

If you're still delivering HLS over HTTP/1.1 or even HTTP/2, you're leaving performance, reliability, and real money on the table. HTTP/3 over QUIC is here, and Tulix Systems, Inc. is turning it into a decisive competitive advantage for serious streaming services.

The Problem: Classic HLS + Legacy HTTP = Latency, Jitter, and Lost Viewers

    Traditional HLS over HTTP/1.1 and HTTP/2 has served the industry well, but it carries structural baggage:

  • High and inconsistent latency - Classic HLS often introduces 15-30 seconds of delay. Even with low-latency tweaks, TCP head-of-line blocking and slow recovery from packet loss cap how low you can realistically go.
  • Fragile mobile experiences - Viewers on congested 4G/5G and Wi-Fi see stutters, rebuffering, and wild quality swings whenever packets are lost or networks change.
  • Scale vs. interactivity trade-offs - You can have robust, cache-friendly HTTP delivery or ultra-low latency-but getting both has historically required complex, multi-protocol stacks and engineering overhead.

  • The result is simple and painful: churn. Every time a high-value live event freezes, or your stream lags social media by 20+ seconds, you're training viewers to look elsewhere.


Faster, Smoother Streaming with HTTP/3 and QUIC on Tulix

Streaming audiences expect instant playback, smooth video, and reliable performance -no matter the network or location. Yet many delivery technologies powering today's platforms were built long before mobile streaming, global audiences, and real-time media became the norm.

That's why Tulix now supports HTTP/3 and QUIC, next-generation transport technologies designed to deliver faster, more reliable, and more secure streaming experiences

Traditional Delivery

Single-connection delivery slows everything down when network conditions change.

  • Slow start times
  • Buffering on mobile
  • Higher latency globally

HTTP/3 + QUIC

A modern delivery protocol designed for today's networks.

  • Multiple streams run independently
  • Traffic keeps moving during packet loss
  • Faster, more resilient connections


Upgrade Benefits

Designed to improve playback quality and reliability at scale.

  • Faster playback start
  • Fewer interruptions
  • Better mobile performance
  • Built-in security

Important note: Tulix CDN continues to deliver a high-quality streaming experience on legacy HTTP protocols, with global reach, optimized caching, and proven reliability. HTTP/3 + QUIC builds on this foundation to further improve performance in challenging network conditions.

Why This Matters for Streaming Platforms

With HTTP/3 and QUIC, Tulix customers benefit from:

  • Improved viewer experience
  • Better performance on mobile and unstable networks
  • Reduced churn caused by playback issues
  • Optimized delivery for global audiences

You don't need to change your content-just how it's delivered.



Ideal Use Cases

This upgrade is especially valuable for:

  • Live TV and live events
  • OTT and video streaming platforms
  • Global media delivery
  • Real-time and latency-sensitive services


Future-Ready Streaming Starts Here

HTTP/3 and QUIC are standardized, widely supported, and already used at massive scale. With this upgrade, Tulix delivers faster load times, smoother playback, and reliable performance across any network.

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