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News organisations struggle with AI’s rise and trust issues in a hostile political climate Shift from search engines to answer engines predicts declining referral traffic for publishers Growing creator economy and video focus reshape distribution and content strategies The global news industry is heading into a defining year in 2026,…...
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John Harris steps back from daily management, focuses on strategy and growth Matthew Kaminski takes over as editor in chief, bringing international expertise Move signals Politico’s bid to strengthen its US and global influence in competitive media environment In a significant leadership change at Politico, founding editor in chief John…
Cloudflare updates its open x402 payment-gated proxy template to support wider micropayment use The x402 protocol aims to facilitate programme‑not‑state payments for APIs and content The move aligns with broader initiatives to normalise on‑chain and tokenised payments on the web Cloudflare is expanding its push to make paid access to…
Beehiiv plans to double its advertising team by 2026 to boost revenue streams The move aims to expand monetisation options for creators on its platform Industry observers see it as a response to increasing advertiser demand and platform competition Beehiiv, the newsletter platform, is expanding its in-house advertising operation as it looks to scale a fast-growing revenue stream for both the company and creators on its platform. As growth in paid newsletters slows and competition intensifies, platforms like Beehiiv are under pressure to offer creators more robust monetisation options beyond subscriptions, pushing them closer to the ad-tech and media-services businesses…
Semafor raises $30 million, valuing the company at $330 million post-money Funds to boost international coverage and live journalism events Company reports first profitable year with $40 million revenue in 2025 Semafor has closed a $30 million financing round, valuing the digital media startup at $330 million after recording its first profitable year. The US-based...
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WAN-IFRA aims to capitalise on recent momentum with a focus on AI and experimentation in 2026 The organisation has expanded through the integration of FIPP, creating a global media alliance Priorities include press freedom, media literacy, and strengthening publisher networks amid industry shifts WAN-IFRA is entering 2026 with an explicit reset: a tighter focus on...
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Instagram’s Adam Mosseri highlights AI’s impact on content authenticity Platforms developing labels and metadata standards to verify images and videos Creators urged to embrace raw, candid content amidst growing mistrust in polished visuals Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, has declared that the era when photographs or video could be taken at face value is over,...
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The Boston Globe aims to deepen neighbourhood coverage and expand across New England in 2026 Recognition from major awards highlights recent investigative achievements New initiatives focus on community engagement, product development, and regional growth Linda Henry, chief executive of Boston Globe Media, has used a full-page year-end message in the print edition of The Boston Globe to outline priorities for 2026, pledging deeper neighbourhood reporting and broader reach across New England. The letter sets a public agenda for how one of the country’s most influential metro newsrooms plans to translate national recognition into sustained local coverage at a time when…
Google experiments with users shaping their Discover feed using natural language prompts The feature aims to improve relevance and control while streamlining content curation Concerns grow over potential impacts on publishers, content diversity and ecosystem health Google is testing a more granular form of personalisation for its Discover feed that…
McGrory to rejoin the Boston Globe as editor in January 2026 His return aims to strengthen digital subscription growth and local investigative reporting The newsroom’s structure and digital focus set to evolve amid industry challenges Brian McGrory will return as editor of the Boston Globe in January, the company said…
The former editor finalises a $30 million funding round to expand his YouTube channel The move signals increasing investor interest in creator-driven, partisan media platforms Critics raise concerns over media plurality and the influence of outside capital in UK journalism Piers Morgan is close to securing about $30 million in…
Exor in exclusive talks to sell most of GEDI to Greece’s Antenna Group Italian journalists strike and protest over job security and editorial independence Government and unions scrutinise deal amid fears for media pluralism and democratic heritage Italy’s media sector has been jolted by confirmation that Exor, the Agnelli-Elkann family…
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Yahoo launches a personalised afternoon audio news digest for US users The new briefing utilises AI technology from Artifact, acquired in 2024 The move highlights a shift towards multimodal, audio-centric news delivery Yahoo is widening its use of artificial intelligence in news delivery with the launch of an afternoon audio…
Young users swiftly evade age checks using fake IDs, faces and third-party accounts Experts warn that verification flaws may lead to misuse and privacy risks The law’s success depends on overcoming technical limitations and ensuring safe alternatives Australia’s world-first ban on social media accounts for under-16s came into force on…
Adults in the UK now spend over four and a half hours online daily, a record turn driven by AI and mobile usage Generative AI like ChatGPT dramatically changing search and information consumption Concerns rise over online safety, with increased social media use among young children and new online safety…
A new digital media platform, Velora, utilises generative AI to enable a one-person newsroom The system coordinates news gathering, drafting, and publishing, with human editing at every stage Velora aims to transform specialised journalism and offers potential for white-label publishing solutions A former editor of Cycling News has launched a…...
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Jeff Zucker advocates for backing niche and deeply reported news outlets with unique content Emphasises the role of AI as a production tool, not a storytelling substitute Highlights ongoing consolidation and regulatory challenges within the UK media sector Jeff Zucker, chief executive of RedBird IMI and an operating partner at RedBird Capital, used a Content London 2025 keynote to outline a blunt investment plan: back high-quality intellectual property, favour niche or deep-information news outlets and treat artificial intelligence as a production tool rather than a replacement for reporters. Zucker’s approach – selective investment, tight operational teams and a focus on…
Newsweek partners with Google Cloud to create a personalised, AI-driven homepage featuring external sources. The move aims to combat declining web traffic and adapt to escalating AI rivalry among tech giants. Industry-wide shift highlights the fight for user attention in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Newsweek is developing an AI-powered homepage with Google Cloud in an attempt to reverse falling traffic and shrinking search referrals. At a time when many readers bypass homepages altogether, the magazine is wagering that a personalised front page – tuned to users’ interests and local information such as weather, news and stock data – can…
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Celebrates five decades of leadership in journalism education and ethics Launches new initiatives to combat misinformation and support local journalism Focuses on youth engagement and AI literacy to prepare future reporters and citizens The Poynter Institute for Media Studies celebrated its golden anniversary on 10 November, honouring half a century of shaping journalism around the world. Born of the vision of Nelson Poynter, the editor and owner of the then St Petersburg Times, the institute was created to safeguard editorial independence by placing his newspaper under nonprofit ownership. That pioneering move in 1975 laid the foundation for an organisation dedicated…
Revenue increased slightly to £279.4m in 2024 despite market challenges Digital subscriptions grew by 11%, offsetting print declines Ownership saga continues with pending sale to RedBird Capital amid regulatory hurdles Revenue and operating profits at The Telegraph held steady in 2024 despite ongoing turmoil over who owns the paper. Newly published accounts from Press Acquisitions Limited, the parent company of Telegraph Media Group and the Chelsea Magazine Company, show a 1.2% rise in revenue to £279.4 million for the year ending 29 December 2024. Operating profit before exceptional items slipped by just 0.2% to £54.6 million, maintaining a 20% margin,…
Top BBC leaders resign after controversy over edited Trump speech in Panorama documentary Both Tim Davie and Deborah Turness cite editorial failings and take responsibility Future of BBC leadership and trust restoration efforts remain uncertain The BBC is facing one of the gravest leadership crises in its history after the resignations of Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness. Both stepped down following a storm over the editing of Donald Trump’s speech in a Panorama documentary, accused of misleading viewers about the former US president’s comments before the Capitol riot. Davie, who had led the corporation for five years,…
News Corp reports a 2% rise in revenue to $2.14 billion, surpassing estimates Digital and subscription segments drive growth, while traditional publishing faces headwinds Strategic restructuring consolidates Murdoch family’s control, boosting shareholder returns News Corp has posted better-than-expected first-quarter fiscal 2026 results, lifted by growth in its Dow Jones and digital real estate segments. Revenue rose 2% year-on-year to $2.14 billion, surpassing Wall Street’s $2.10 billion estimate. The Dow Jones division – home to the Wall Street Journal and Barron’s – was the main driver, with revenue up 6% to $586 million. Consumer product subscriptions climbed 8% to nearly 6.4…
Perplexity signs multi-year licensing deal with Getty Images to incorporate licensed visuals into AI search tools Agreement aims to address legal and reputational challenges associated with unregulated content scraping Market reacts positively, with Getty’s stock rising, signalling a shift towards regulated AI content usage Perplexity, the AI search engine often criticised for its approach to content use, has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with Getty Images. The deal gives Perplexity access to Getty’s vast library of editorial and creative images, integrating them directly into its AI-powered search tools via Getty’s API. It marks a turning point for both companies: Getty…
Launch of Future Audiences Initiative aiming to foster collaboration between legacy and independent news creators Introduction of News Creator Exchange to support innovative storytelling and audience engagement Focus on building trust, combatting disinformation, and advancing AI adoption in newsrooms worldwide The World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) has unveiled the Future Audiences Initiative, a global effort to unite established news organisations with independent creators and digital-native publishers. The programme seeks to drive collaboration, innovation and learning across the media spectrum, particularly among those who have lacked access to professional networks and recognition. At its centre is the News Creator…
The New York Times reaches 12.33 million subscribers, nearing 2027 target Digital revenues and subscriber numbers surge, offsetting print declines Strategic focus on video, AI, and diversified content driving future growth The New York Times Company reported robust third-quarter results for 2025, marking a milestone in its digital evolution as total subscribers surpassed 12 million for the first time. The company reached 12.33 million subscribers, buoyed by 460,000 new digital-only additions — a step toward its 15 million target for 2027. Subscription revenue climbed 9.1% to $494.6 million, led by a 14% rise in digital-only subscriptions to $367.4 million. Growth…
What happened when ChatGPT interviewed a human expert about a project where the human expert used AI agents to replicate the contributions of 1,000 people about the potential uses of AI in journalism… Prompt (ChatGPT 5 Thinking mode) You are an expert journalist who is particularly skilled at interviewing. You focus on transformative technology and...
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The Daily Aus achieves financial break-even with 310,000 newsletter subscribers. Pivot from social media reliance to newsletters drives growth and sustainability. Diversified content and trust-driven journalism securing resilience in youth media sector. The Daily Aus, a youth-oriented Australian news outlet, has reached a major milestone by breaking even financially for the first time, marking a rare success story in the struggling digital media sector. Co-founder Sam Koslowski told Mumbrella the company has “totally inverted the revenue mix” over the past two years, shifting from reliance on social media to a strong newsletter-based model. The Daily Aus now claims 310,000 newsletter…
Teen Vogue to operate under Vogue’s digital platform, maintaining its youth-focused identity Editor-in-chief Versha Sharma departs amid organisational restructuring Staff layoffs spark criticism, raising concerns over political coverage for young audiences Teen Vogue is merging with Vogue.com, a major shift that will see its editor-in-chief, Versha Sharma, depart after less than two years in the role. The move is part of Condé Nast’s broader effort to streamline operations and extend Vogue’s digital reach, particularly among younger readers who have become crucial to the brand’s growth online. Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, will oversee both Vogue and Teen Vogue.…
