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The podcasting firm’s inaugural CMO Summit discussed the vast opportunities in podcasting for brands. Podcasting has become a mass-market medium, but UK brands are still lagging in their response, according to the founders of production com
At the Digiday Publishing Summit, fluctuating referral traffic from tech giants was a key topic of conversation. At the Digiday Publishing Summit in Vail, Colorado, media executives voiced ongoing frustrations over the volatility of referra
Ruling keeps key copyright claims alive in case over AI training data. A federal judge has denied OpenAI’s attempt to dismiss key parts of a copyright infringement lawsuit brought by The New York Times, allowing the case to proceed and inte
As Yahoo celebrates its 30th anniversary. the CEO outlines his vision for the future. In September 2021, Jim Lanzone assumed the role of CEO at Yahoo, marking a significant transition for a brand long associated with the early internet era
Fast Company and Inc implement changes to their paywalls, restricting article access for non-subscribers as they adapt to shifting traffic patterns and revenue models. Fast Company and Inc have implemented significant changes to their paywa
The WSJ video chief will join the news channel to shape its digital strategy. CNN has appointed Amanda Wills as its new chief content officer as part of a strategic initiative to adapt to the evolving media landscape beyond traditional tele
The WSJ publisher has launched a customised news feed for users of the London Stock Exchange Group’s Workspace platform. Dow Jones has introduced a tailored news feed specifically for users of the London Stock Exchange Group’s Workspace fin
The iconic fashion publication is set to relaunch in the UK, embracing nostalgia and Gen Z consumer desires. i-D magazine is set to relaunch on UK newsstands after a hiatus following its parent company Vice’s bankruptcy in 2023. The fashino
The London tabloid celebrates a significant milestone in its digital evolution as it appoints a global women’s editor. The Daily Mail has crossed the milestone of a quarter of a million subscribers within 15 months of the launch of its new
A Visa study reveals the under-30s spend an average of £305 monthly on subscriptions, outpacing older generations. A recent study from Visa has revealed that Generation Z (ages 13-28) is leading the subscription economy in the UK, with 93%
The publisher of the Yorkshire Post and The Scotsman sees a 9% revenue increase and a near-50% rise in pre-tax profit. National World, the publisher of several prominent regional newspapers including the Yorkshire Post and The Scotsman, has
Substack introduces the Creator Accelerator Fund and TikTok Liberation Prize to support creators transitioning from larger platforms, providing financial stability and opportunities for growth. Substack is positioning itself as a champion f
An appeal court upheld a decision denying copyright registration for a visual artwork created solely by an AI system, reinforcing the necessity of human authorship. The US Court of Appeals this week affirmed a refusal to grant copyright reg
A newspaper owner criticises OpenAI’s proposals for lenient training rules on copyrighted material, advocating for stronger copyright protections. A newspaper conglomerate is urging the US government to safeguard copyright protections in re
Bulletin, the title’s new service, is based on Independent content and will launch on 31 March. The Independent is set to introduce a new fast news service called Bulletin, leveraging artificial intelligence to provide succinct summaries of
The month-long project Foglio AI aims to stimulate discussion about the possibilities of bot-driven journalism. Il Foglio has launched a newspaper entirely generated by artificial intelligence, named Foglio AI, in an experiment that will la
The daily newspaper’s move marks a new development in the bundling of news products. Dutch daily NRC has announced that it will grant its subscribers complimentary access to all content from The New York Times, including articles, puzzles,
New rules mandated by the Cyberspace Administration aim to promote transparency and combat misinformation from AI-generated materials. China has established new regulations concerning internet content created by artificial intelligence tech
Payments have started to flow to Canadian media under a $100 million initiative aimed at supporting journalism in the face of digital disruption. Payments have begun being distributed to Canadian media outlets under the terms of the Online
The Australian arm of Rupert Murdoch’s empire introduces a new AI tool designed to support journalists. News Corp Australia has officially launched NewsGPT, a proprietary generative AI tool designed to support its staff rather than replace
USA Today rolls out Witness, which offers investigative stories and podcasts on crime and corruption in the US. USA Today has launched Witness, a new subscription-based true-crime service, aimed at providing readers with a comprehensive col
Jim Mullen emphasises commitment to maintaining print operations despite them become loss-making in “six to eight years”. Jim Mullen, the chief executive of Reach, which publishes the Mirror, Express and Star among others, has forecasted th
A recent study reveals the concerning implications of AI search tools on news publishers. Recent research conducted by the Tow Center for Digital Journalism reveals that nearly 25% of Americans now use artificial intelligence (AI) search to
A recent poll by the UK’s Electoral Commission reveals social media is regarded by many young people as trustworthy for political information. A recent poll conducted by the Electoral Commission indicates that nearly half of young people in
Troels Behrendt Jørgensen, digital director of Politiken, outlines the challenges and strategies for traditional media to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape. Media companies must look beyond old rivalries as they seek to provide value f
Boston Globe Today is cancelled as the company focuses on other multimedia projects. The Boston Globe has announced the cancellation of its weekday television programme, Boston Globe Today, which was a co-production with the New England Spo
The UK broadcaster is restructuring to create a new division aimed at enhancing audience engagement through AI. The BBC is launching a new department aimed at enhancing audience engagement through the use of artificial intelligence, as part
The veteran news executive announces his departure, citing a new wave of technological disruption for the business. John Ridding, the group chief executive of the Financial Times, is set to step down after nearly two decades at the helm, a
As TikTok grapples with potential bans and regulatory scrutiny in the US, its advertising revenue growth may be at risk. TikTok’s advertising revenue is poised to exceed $30 billion this year, with nearly $12 billion of that total at risk i
The FT has announced its acquisition of event organiser Invisso, expanding its premium events across the structured finance and private credit markets. The Financial Times Group has announced the acquisition of Invisso, a prominent organise
The journalist-centric news outlet Puck is transforming its newsletters into standalone platforms, aiming to enhance subscription growth and coverage. Puck, the journalist-centric news outlet launched in 2021, is evolving its publishing mod
The newspaper has launched new digital features, including AI-driven analysis of its op-eds, at the behest of its owner Patrick Soon-Shiong. The Los Angeles Times has unveiled a series of new digital features in an initiative unveiled by it
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising search engine optimisation strategies, enhancing keyword targeting, content creation and user experience. Artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally transforming the landscape of search engine o
A new report from the International News Media Association discusses the issues of news avoidance. A new report from the International News Media Association (INMA) highlights the growing issue of news avoidance in the media industry and of
NBCUniversal reveals plans for a new mobile-first news option featuring both live streams and on-demand content. NBCUniversal is set to launch a “mobile first” news service, reflecting its strategy to appeal to the evolving preferences of y
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