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Dow Jones aims for $1bn in annual earnings within five years amid shift to digital and AI-driven products The segment’s revenue now 82% digital, with a focus on subscriptions and data services Growth driven by AI licensing, risk and energy intelligence, and enterprise news News Corp said Dow Jones, the…
Axios cuts 11 newsroom roles to focus on deep subject expertise Company aims to build a ‘newsroom of the future’ blending human skill and AI Shift reflects broader trend towards niche authority in digital media Axios has cut 11 newsroom roles as it pivots away from general assignment reporting towards…
Jamie Stockwell set to start as vice president of news at USA TODAY in March 2026 Will focus on impartial reporting, innovation, and expanding audience reach Brings extensive experience from The Washington Post, The New York Times, and Axios Local USA Today has appointed Jamie Stockwell as vice president of…
Vox names Steve Heuser as executive editor, starting 23 March Heuser brings extensive experience from Politico and Boston Globe Focus on strengthening coverage across politics, policy, and explanatory journalism Vox has named Steve Heuser as executive editor, the company said in a statement, with Heuser due to begin the role on 23 March. The appointment was announced by Vox’s editor‑in‑chief and publisher Swati Sharma, who said Heuser would work with the newsroom’s leadership to shape coverage priorities, bolster editors and reporters, and help steer the outlet’s journalism amid a rapidly changing media environment. At Vox, Heuser will have editorial oversight…
Rashida Jones, former MSNBC president, takes on leadership of Uncensored Uncensored aims to diversify its streaming and social content globally Industry observers see her role as key to scaling Morgan’s digital brand Former MSNBC president Rashida Jones has been appointed chief executive of Uncensored, the digital media venture fronted by British broadcaster Piers Morgan. The appointment puts Jones in charge of strategy, operations and editorial development as Uncensored looks to broaden its mix of streaming and social content beyond its flagship programme, Piers Morgan Uncensored. Her arrival comes as digital news and commentary ventures race to build sustainable models based…
Bonnier News’ profitability increased by 29% in 2025, driven by digital subscriptions Digital revenue now accounts for over 60% of total income, with nearly 500,000 digital subscribers The company anticipates a stronger year in 2026 with continued growth in readership and advertising Bonnier News ended 2025 with sharply improved profitability and continued growth in its subscription business, the Swedish media group said, positioning the company for what its chief executive expects will be a stronger 2026. The results highlight the steady shift toward reader revenue and digital products across the group’s portfolio of national and local titles. The publisher reported…
Traditional newsrooms are overwhelmed with extensive coverage for huge events Readers primarily seek perspective and education, not multiple updates News organisations should prioritise analysis and opinion to better serve digital audiences This is from our weekly Editor’s picks newsletter. Sign up for free here I did something I do very rarely this week: I turned on our television at home in the morning. The reason, unsurprisingly, was the war in Iran. My goal was to get up to date with all the latest news. And I did. If nothing else, rolling TV news stations are always quick on to…
ESPN hires six experienced journalists from The Washington Post amid industry reshuffle New recruits bolster ESPN’s investigative and long‑form sports coverage The move highlights the widening talent gap and strategic shifts after Post’s sports desk closure Five weeks after The Washington Post dismantled its sports desk, ESPN has hired six of the newspaper’s former reporters, a move that follows a similar mass hiring by The Athletic, which is part of The New York Times. The hires reflect a broader shift in sports journalism, as legacy newspapers shrink specialist desks while broadcasters and digital outlets invest in reporting capacity aimed at…
Steve Grove discusses the decline of traditional local newspapers amid rising citizen reporting The Star Tribune adapts through digital innovation, risking operational cuts Signs of growth emerge through increased online subscriptions despite funding challenges Sometimes the context around a conversation reshapes its meaning. That was evident at last Friday’s Good…
RAG combines retrieval and generative models to deliver up-to-date, accurate answers Structured data and schema markup boost content discoverability for AI systems SEO strategies are shifting towards fact clarity and entity prominence to favour AI-driven search answers Retrieval-Augmented Generation — or RAG — is changing how information is surfaced online.…
Indian newsrooms focus on deploying AI for operational efficiency and editorial integrity Practical case studies highlight automation of routine tasks and fact-checking tools Industry emphasises responsible AI use, governance and safeguarding against manipulated content Leaders from India’s newsrooms joined international experts in Bengaluru last week for WAN-IFRA’s AI in Media…
Mediahuis reports marginal revenue growth of 2% in 2025, with a strategic shift from print to digital The company’s radio and online marketplace divisions experience notable expansion Stronger cash position enables further digital investments and cross-border acquisitions across Europe Mediahuis, the Belgium-based publisher which also has titles in the Netherland,…
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Major UK news organisations launch SPUR to combat unauthorised AI training use Aim to establish licensing standards and secure fair compensation for original reporting Initiative underscores concerns over AI’s impact on journalism’s economic sustainability Some of Britain’s largest news organisations have launched a coalition to challenge the unauthorised use of…
Programme targets young media leaders across EMEA to foster responsible AI use in newsrooms 12-week, tuition-free initiative supported by Google News Initiative aims to narrow innovation gap Focus on skills development through real-world challenges, mentorship, and collaborative learning WAN-IFRA has unveiled the NextGen AI Leaders Programme, a 12-week initiative to…
The Washington Post faces over $100 million losses, prompting major layoffs. Costs have risen 16% while output has fallen 42%, highlighting financial strain. Leadership aims to reposition the newsroom as a distinctive, must-read outlet amid changing reader habits. The Washington Post lost more than $100 million last, following a $77…
Politico to launch in Australia, targeting policy professionals and political obsessives Moves into a market dominated by News Corp and Nine Entertainment with a premium, insider-focused model Aims to fill a gap in policy intelligence and deepen political coverage in the Australian context Politico will launch in Australia later this…
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John Mulholland brings decades of international editorial experience to the paper His appointment aims to enhance breaking coverage and long-form storytelling The outlet seeks to innovate tone, technique, and technology in local journalism Kevin Delaney, editor in chief of The San Francisco Standard, has appointed Fleet Street veteran John Mulholland as managing editor, according to a staff memo published by Talking Biz News. Mulholland will oversee day-to-day news operations, working with section editors on breaking coverage and long-form journalism. He will report to Delaney and is due to start on Monday 30 March. He lives in Sacramento and has served…
Lenore Taylor announces her departure after 13 years at Guardian Australia, including a decade as editor Under her leadership, the outlet became one of Australia’s most-read news sources, with major award wins A successor will be chosen through an open process, with David Munk serving as interim editor until then Lenore Taylor has announced she will step down from Guardian Australia after 13 years in senior roles that included a decade as the title’s editor, leaving the organisation she helped establish in 2013. Taylor joined Guardian Australia as a senior member of staff at its May 2013 launch and quickly…
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The German publisher has transformed its subscription model by introducing daily news quizzes and a debate-based commenting systems. Der Spiegel has overhauled its subscription strategy with a suite of interactive features designed to build reader habits and foster community. Central to the approach are daily news quizzes and a reimagined commenting platform, both of which have measurably increased engagement and time spent on site. The strategy was outlined by the title’s product manager Dr Laura Badura in a session at WAN-IFRA’s World News Media Congress in Krakow this week. The quiz, linked prominently in Der Spiegel’s morning newsletter, draws around…
The winners of the 2025 Digital Media Awards were announced in Krakow this week. The World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) has revealed the winners of the 2025 Digital Media Awards Worldwide, honouring innovative approaches in digital news media across regions including Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The selection process involved 674 entries from five regions, demonstrating how news publishers are utilising digital tools to enhance journalism and engage audiences effectively. The awards ceremony took place during WAN-IFRA’s World News Media Congress in Krakow this week. “While we talk a lot about the challenges facing news publishers, WAN-IFRA’s Digital…
The Newsroom AI Catalyst programme is broadening its reach with two new cohorts and a launch down under. The Newsroom AI Catalyst programme, developed by WAN-IFRA and OpenAI to support responsible AI adoption in journalism, is expanding to include two new cohorts and, for the first time, newsrooms in Australia and New Zealand. The global initiative has already reached 128 news organisations across Europe, Asia, South Asia and Latin America. With the addition of the new cohorts, 24 more editorial teams will receive hands-on support to integrate AI tools into their operations. Applications for the Australia and New Zealand phase…
The market, valued at $670.3 million in 2023, is projected to exceed $2.4 billion by 2032. The global market for AI writing assistant software is on a steep growth trajectory, with its value projected to rise from $670.3 million in 2023 to more than $2.4 billion by 2032, according to a new report from DataIntelo. This represents a compound annual growth rate of 15.5 percent, driven by accelerating demand across e-commerce, education and hybrid work sectors. As digital communication and content personalisation become central to business operations, AI writing tools are increasingly used to scale content creation, reduce human error…
The country is moving forward with a new AI bill that embraces self-regulation and collaboration over punitive measures. Japan is moving to establish a formal AI regulatory framework designed to promote innovation through self-regulation and minimal enforcement – part of a wider effort to position the country as the world’s most “AI-friendly” economy. The bill, already approved by the House of Representatives and expected to pass in the upper house where the ruling coalition holds a majority, emphasises collaboration over control. Rather than setting binding rules, it encourages AI developers to act responsibly, promising support from the government and proposing guidance,…
The Norwegian paper has launched heiVG, an AI-driven news assistant powered by ChatGPT. Norwegian news outlet VG has launched heiVG, a conversational AI assistant developed in collaboration with Aftonbladet, its Swedish sister paper in the Schibsted Media stable. Powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, the tool allows users to interact with news content, access summaries of current events and receive practical information on everyday topics from meal ideas to local updates. Described as a non-editorial service, heiVG is embedded in selected VG articles and available directly via the VG website. It enables users to ask questions about VG’s reporting or broader news…
Thousands of global news organisations unite under the ‘News Integrity in the Age of AI’ initiative, setting five core principles to promote responsible AI use and protect truth in journalism amid rising misinformation concerns. Thousands of news organisations around the world have backed a new global initiative to promote responsible use of artificial intelligence, setting out five principles aimed at protecting journalism and restoring trust in news. Launched by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) at the World News Media Congress in Krakow, the “News Integrity in the Age of AI” initiative calls…
HBM Advisory has added publishing, data scientist and entrepreneurship to its portfolio in just a few months. We have spent the past four years at HBM Advisory advising publishers on how to grow their digital businesses. But over the past six months AI hasn’t just changed how we work – it has changed what we do. At the WAN-IFRA World News Media Congress in Krakow, we told the story of how a former newspaper journalist and a former CMO became publishers again. And product people. And data science partners. This didn’t happen because we set out to change things…
The Nigerian Media Leaders’ Summit 2025 in Abeokuta will bring together top media executives to explore cutting-edge AI strategies aimed at transforming audience engagement, operational efficiency, and revenue generation amid the evolving digital media landscape. Title: Nigerian Media Leaders Summit 2025: Embracing AI for Enhanced Audience Engagement Introduction The third edition of the Nigerian Media Leaders’ Summit is scheduled for May 5–6, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State 1. Organised by The Journalism Clinic, this summit aims to explore strategies for media executives to strengthen audience engagement and leverage opportunities presented by artificial intelligence (AI) 1. Summit Overview The summit will…
TVC Communications has introduced Nigeria’s inaugural AI news anchors delivering news in English, Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, and Pidgin, marking a pioneering step in enhancing accessibility and modernising the country’s broadcasting landscape. Title: TVC Communications Pioneers AI News Anchors in Nigeria Introduction: TVC Communications has made a significant advancement in Nigerian broadcasting by introducing the country’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) news anchors[^1]. This initiative aims to deliver news in five of Nigeria’s most widely spoken languages: English, Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, and Pidgin[^1]. The move is designed to enhance accessibility and engagement for Nigeria’s diverse population[^1]. Technological Innovation in Broadcasting: The deployment…
