Black Dragon Capital℠ Reinforces Media Technology Influence at IBC 2026 with Portfolio Companies Grass Valley and Digital Joy

BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Dragon Capital℠ ("Black Dragon") — a global, multi-phased investment firm which focuses on disruptive technologies in high growth industry segments — has announced its participation in the International Broadcast Convention (IBC) 2026, happening in Amsterdam from September 11th – 14th, 2026.

Founded over a decade ago by recognized technology leaders, Black Dragon Capital℠ is a unique multi-phased investment firm focused on disruptive technologies in high growth industry segments that strengthen economic stability within communities. Its Founder and CEO, Louis Hernandez, Jr., also founded For A Bright Future Foundation (“For A Bright Future”), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the needs of underserved children through education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership development.

The firm continues its commitment to the media technology industry by sending a full team of representatives to participate in IBC 2026 in Amsterdam. Moreover, Black Dragon will also be supporting two of its portfolio companies – Grass Valley and Digital Joy – that will be hosting multiple activities and highlighting their respective innovations during the event.

Grass Valley is a technology provider for the live media and entertainment industry. Black Dragon Capital℠ owns 100% of Grass Valley and has worked closely with the company to support innovation and growth by helping the media technology giant expand its capabilities in the media technology market through its Grass Valley Media Universe Suite – a cloud-native digital ecosystem designed to support media production workflows.

At IBC2026, Grass Valley will demonstrate an integrated live production environment that brings dedicated hardware, software-based applications and partner technologies together within a unified media operation.

Similarly, Black Dragon Capital℠ has been instrumental in the growth of Digital Joy, a cloud-native media technology company building next-generation solutions for content creation, audience engagement, cloud governance, and newsroom workflows. Their support has empowered Digital Joy to innovate beyond the limits of digital engagement, supporting the company's continued development in the evolving media landscape.

Over the past year, Digital Joy has introduced two flagship platforms addressing some of the media industry’s most pressing challenges. Insight, a purpose built FinOps and cloud governance platform for media organizations, delivers real-time visibility and control across multi-cloud environments and has demonstrated measurable financial benefits with early enterprise partners such as Globo.

The company also launched Newsroom, a next generation AI integrated, story first NRCS built natively on Grass Valley AMPP, enabling unified workflows from story creation through production and multiplatform distribution without the silos of traditional newsroom systems.

As the digital landscape rapidly evolves, it has become evident that responsible AI is no longer optional. This powerful tool sees use across multiple industries by enabling businesses to automate processes, eliminate data handoffs, and make critical decisions easier. One thing is clear: responsible AI is a competitive differentiator. Black Dragon Capital℠ is deeply interested in exploring its potential and the firm has already begun integrating AI in its portfolio companies, including Grass Valley and Digital Joy.

“We are very pleased to have the support of Louis Hernandez Jr. and the Black Dragon Capital team as we continue to grow Grass Valley’s presence and impact across the media and entertainment industry. We look forward to working together on a range of activities and engagements at IBC 2026,” said Jon Wilson, CEO of Grass Valley.

Black Dragon Capital℠ will participate in many events before and during IBC 2026. Some of the selected highlights of events will include:

· GV Forum: Attend the GV Forum, scheduled for September 10th, 2026, at Rosarium Amstelpark, where Grass Valley will host discussions on industry trends and future developments. This invitation only event will feature the release of some of the most advanced sports and entertainment technology on the market.

· Grass Valley Presence: Visit Grass Valley in Hall 9, Booth 9.A01, where they will showcase their latest innovations and solutions during the event. Attend selected client meetings on behalf of Grass Valley.

· Digital Joy Presence: Visit Digital Joy at Grass Valley's Booth 9.A01, as they unveil new features designed to enhance live contests and audience engagement. Attend selected client and partner meetings on behalf of Digital Joy.

· Exclusive Meetings and Dinners: Black Dragon will host private meetings and dinners with leaders in the media and sports industries.

· Press Interviews: During the show, conduct press interviews and present key speeches at various venues, showcasing Black Dragon Capital's strategic involvement.

· Private Interviews: The firm’s Pursuits Team will be meeting with key leaders for potential partnerships regardless of the company’s stage of development.

· For A Bright Future Discussions: Join conversations on industry partnership opportunities with companies and organizations to advance the Media Lab programs and scholarships granted by the Louis Hernandez Jr, For A Bright Future Foundation, a registered 501 (C) 3 organization focused on healthcare, leadership, education and the arts for Children in underprivileged communities.

If you are a business leader or entrepreneur and would like to engage with a Black Dragon Capital team representative, please fill in the linked meeting request and background document HERE.

Black Dragon Capital℠ has long believed in supporting underserved communities and driving innovation through purposeful investment. The firm aligns its efforts with impactful causes in an effort to contribute towards creating meaningful change within the communities it serves. This perspective is shared by Black Dragon’s portfolio companies.

Digital Joy recently announced its partnership with Children’s Miracle Network which brings credit unions and their members a suite of digital giving programs that will make it simple for them to support local children's hospitals through the digital channels they already use.

Meanwhile, Grass Valley is over a year into its partnership with the NAB Foundation which focuses on expanding access to broadcasting and media technology careers for underrepresented students through comprehensive education and mentorship programs.

Led by Louis Hernandez, Jr., Black Dragon Capital℠ also works closely with For A Bright Future Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization which helps promising individuals gain access to life-changing education through multiple scholarship programs and prepares students for a career in media through its NextGen Media Creators Lab.

“We believe that the best path towards progress is through empowering communities. The future of media will be determined not just by the technology that disrupts industries but by the people driving innovative storytelling forward as well,” said Louis Hernandez, Jr., Founder and CEO of Black Dragon Capital. “This is why we choose to invest in both. Black Dragon and our portfolio companies are here to keep delivering advanced technologies that can shape the industry while we partner with organizations who share our advocacies like Children’s Miracle Network and For A Bright Future Foundation to ensure that the next generation of media leaders get all the support they need to succeed.”

Black Dragon Capital℠, founded over a decade ago by recognized financial technology leaders, is a multi-phased investment firm focused on disruptive technologies in high growth industry segments that strengthen economic stability within communities. The firm is led by a collaborative team with a combination of intense operating experience, community impact focus, and a proven track record of successfully transforming companies.

Grass Valley empowers media brands to create and deliver compelling stories that captivate audiences. At the heart of its solutions is the GV Media Universe (GVMU), combining advanced hardware solutions, with the agility, elasticity, and adaptability of the AMPP Media Operating System. Together, they form a seamless, scalable ecosystem for efficient and innovative workflows.

With a portfolio spanning from camera to consumer, Grass Valley provides the flexibility to build solutions for every need – from a single creative harnessing immense production power to globally distributed teams collaborating seamlessly. This breadth of capability enables customers to craft efficient workflows that inspire and engage their audiences.

Headquartered in Montreal and supported by Black Dragon Capital, the company remains dedicated to shaping and leading the media revolution.

Digital Joy is a cloud‑native media technology company delivering modern platforms for content creation, cloud governance, and newsroom operations. Its products include Digital Joy Insight, a FinOps and cloud governance solution for media organizations, and Digital Joy Newsroom, a next‑generation NRCS built natively on Grass Valley AMPP. Digital Joy empowers media teams worldwide to operate more efficiently, tell better stories, and maximize the impact of their content.

Learn more at https://digitaljoy.media.

Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of underrepresented and underprivileged children through education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership development. Our initiatives provide equal opportunity for all children to have the tools and opportunities to fulfill their life goals and become constructive members of our global community. Learn more at forabrightfuturefoundation.org

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