In case you guys haven't read this article yet, it says that Google will be updating from VP8 to VP9 video streaming, up to 4k resolution and faster load times on videos..
http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/02/googles-vp9-video-codec-gets-backing-from-arm-nvidia-sony-and-others-gives-4k-video-streaming-a-fighting-chance/?utm_campaign=fb&ncid=fb