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The New York Post and TMZ collaborate on a new daily video franchise called “The Lowdown”. The series features four one-minute segments combining journalism and entertainment reporting. Aims to expand digital reach and capitalise on fast-paced celebrity and headline news. The New York Post has entered into a new video…
Publishers must focus on proving value, trust, and usefulness in an AI-saturated landscape Transition from advertising reliance towards subscriptions and circulation income Emphasis on audience segmentation, relevance, and experiences to strengthen brand loyalty At the Indian Printers Summit 2026, organised by WAN-IFRA, speakers returned repeatedly to a single point: in…
21% of UK adults have used AI tools for news in the past year ChatGPT is the most widely used AI news source at 13% Trust in AI-generated news remains lower than human journalism One in five adults in the UK are now using AI tools such as ChatGPT to…
Reach announces strategic move towards digital subscriptions and original content Revenue drop highlights need for a new publishing approach Content strategy based on exclusivity, expertise, and emotive storytelling The surest catalyst for change in a news organisation is a crisis. When things are going well – or at least not too badly – there is always the temptation to defend what you have, rather than risk something new. At the World Cup, England showed how limiting a strategy that can be. But when your back is against the wall, you don’t have a choice – you have to do…
South China Morning Post revamps print and online platforms with a focus on analysis and visual appeal Introduction of AI tools enhances digital research and user experience Repositioning reflects long-term strategy of adaptation and globalisation in media The South China Morning Post (SCMP) has unveiled a redesign of both its print newspaper and digital platforms as it seeks to keep pace with changing reading habits and an increasingly AI-driven media environment. The revamp is aimed at making the title feel more useful to readers who want fast updates on screens and deeper context in print. Chow Chung Yan, the paper’s…
People Inc reports 11th straight quarter of digital revenue growth, driven by licensing and AI collaborations Company advocates for fair compensation from Google over search content use Transition towards less traffic-dependent revenue streams aims to power future growth and diversification People Inc said its digital business extended its run of growth in the second quarter of 2026, helped by higher licensing income, AI-related partnerships, events and social media products, even as core traffic remained under pressure from changes in search. The company reported its 11th straight quarter of digital revenue growth, with digital adjusted EBITDA rising 18% year on year…
Hearst acquires Disney’s half-share in A+E Global Media for $1.2 billion Move marks Disney’s strategic shift from linear television to streaming and sports A+E continues expansion under Hearst, strengthening international content reach and multiplatform growth Hearst has agreed to buy The Walt Disney Company’s half-share in A+E Global Media for about $1.2 billion in cash, giving the privately held media group full control of a television business that includes A&E, Lifetime and the History Channel, according to Reuters. The sale, announced this week, is expected to complete in September. Once the transaction closes, A+E Global Media will sit entirely within…
Byron Allen cuts 35% of BuzzFeed’s workforce to improve profitability Restructuring aims to shift focus towards streaming via Local Now Company plans significant cost savings and content realignment Byron Allen has begun a sharp overhaul of BuzzFeed, cutting about 180 jobs and contract roles across BuzzFeed, HuffPost and Tasty in what amounts to roughly 35% of the workforce. The reductions, disclosed in a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, are the first major restructuring since Allen’s family office took control of the digital publisher in May. BuzzFeed said the move is designed to simplify operations, lower costs and…
Prince Harry and six others failed to prove unlawful information gathering by Daily Mail Court rules claims of systemic phone hacking and bugging are unsubstantiated Verdict marks a major win for Associated Newspapers and shifts legal climate for press scrutiny Prince Harry and six other high-profile claimants have lost their…
Sky agrees to a £1.6 billion takeover of ITV’s media and entertainment division. The deal aims to create a stronger UK rival to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and YouTube. Completion is expected in the second half of 2027, subject to approval. Sky has agreed a £1.6 billion takeover of…
Associated Press plans new production hub in India to focus on video and photo content US-based visual journalism teams face layoffs as part of strategic realignment Union criticises outsourcing and warns of job losses in the US and globally The Associated Press is pressing ahead with plans to build a…
CMA insists on sale of Shutterstock’s editorial assets, leading Getty to withdraw from the deal Merger collapse highlights contrasting approaches to AI-driven content markets Getty faces financial pressure following the deal’s termination amid regulatory hurdles Getty Images is set to walk away from its $3.7 billion tie-up with Shutterstock after…
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Media Concierge Group posts £12.9m EBITDA for first full period post-acquisition Integration of National World (now Iconic Media Group) has gone smoothly, boosting performance Company aims to strengthen local titles while expanding its UK and Ireland publishing footprint Media Concierge Group has said the integration of National World has gone…
Economist launches Economist Play, a $15/month multimedia bundle combining videos, podcasts, and newsletters Strategy aims to reach a younger, gender-balanced audience with mobile-first content Emphasis on newsroom authenticity through faces and voices, moving away from anonymity The Economist has launched a lower-cost subscription bundle built around audio and video, in…
Data shows games and interactive content drive deeper user loyalty. Publishers are overestimating the importance of breaking news for app retention. Investment should focus on habit-forming features to reduce churn and build routines. I used to bristle when I worked at The Sunday Times and a friend said he had…
Der Spiegel refuses to let AI write or rewrite its articles, citing responsibility and trust. Industry faces tension between efficiency and accountability in adopting AI tools. Growing concerns over accuracy, transparency, and the future role of human journalists. Whether journalists should use artificial intelligence to write stories has become one…
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Getty Images strikes a multi-year licensing deal with OpenAI The partnership enhances ChatGPT’s image relevance and trustworthiness Shares rise as Getty aims to monetise its archive amid AI-driven disruption Getty Images has struck a multi-year licensing deal with OpenAI that will allow its pictures to appear in ChatGPT’s search and discovery results, in a move that could give the AI chatbot access to a more authoritative pool of visual material. The partnership is aimed at improving the quality and relevance of image-rich responses inside ChatGPT, while keeping the arrangement limited to display rather than model training. Getty said OpenAI will…
Forbes launches Forbes Creator to leverage social media personalities New platform combines journalistic content with creator autonomy Aims to expand reach, diversify content, and develop commercial opportunities Forbes is deepening its push into creator-led distribution, using social media personalities and specialist voices to widen its reach beyond its own platforms and draw in younger audiences who increasingly consume news and entertainment through creator feeds rather than legacy publisher channels. The initiative, called Forbes Creator, was unveiled this month as a social-first network built around video, podcasts and live experiences. Forbes says the project is intended to combine its journalistic brand…
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The news industry faces a crisis in its business model, but also in its core activity of journalism. We overproduce content, cling to outdated formats and ignore what our audiences really want. Here’s a manifesto for change In 1973 Tom Wolfe, the American journalist turned novelist, published a collection of writing that he dubbed The New Journalism. It was a tribute to a kind of journalism that was expansive, descriptive, challenging and bold in its ambition. Its aim, declared Wolfe, was nothing less than “dethroning the novel as the number one literary genre”. I bought the book in 1990…
The rollback of the order is seen by supporters as a move to invigorate investment in artificial intelligence development. President Donald Trump has officially revoked the AI executive order implemented by former President Joe Biden, a move that many in the tech industry believe could reinvigorate investment in artificial intelligence (AI) development. This decision was announced on January 20, the first day of Trump’s second presidency. The revoked executive order, introduced in 2023, mandated that AI developers submit comprehensive safety test results to the government to mitigate potential risks to national security, public health and the economy. Big players in…
A shift from FOMO to JOMO reflects Gen Z’s preference for quieter, more fulfilling activities. Gen Z is increasingly embracing a new lifestyle philosophy that contrasts sharply with the traditional “fear of missing out” (FOMO). This shift towards the “joy of missing out” (JOMO) reflects a growing trend among younger individuals who are finding contentment in avoiding social gatherings and opting for quieter, more personal activities. As publishers and brands chase this audience they will have to accommodate their desire for more engaging and less fleeting interactions, as well as the lifestyle choices that this mindset promotes. A recent study…
As the influence of algorithms on news grows, traditional journalism faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Article Framework: The Future of Publishing in an AI-Driven News Landscape 1. Introduction Brief overview of the evolving state of journalism and news publication. Mention the provocative statement from Giornalettismo’s lead article suggesting the “death of news.” Highlight the impact of algorithms and user-generated content on traditional news dissemination. 2. The Current State of News Reporting Subheading: The Algorithmic Influence on News Key fact: Algorithms currently dictate what news gets visibility on major platforms. Data point: Statistics on algorithm-driven content distribution and engagement. Context: How…
The UK’s largest publisher is set to exceed financial expectations for 2024, thanks to a solid end to the fiscal year and increased digital revenues. Reach, the parent company of prominent British publications such as the Daily Mirror and the Express, has announced that its annual financial results for 2024 will surpass initial expectations, bolstered by a robust finish to the fiscal year. The company, which also oversees the Daily Star and various regional titles, is forecasting underlying annual earnings of £97.8 million, following a reported underlying operating profit of £96.5 million for 2023. The report is notable as it…
The Independent Media Group is the latest publication to receive funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The Independent Media Group in Britain has announced a significant funding boost from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, amounting to more than $700,000 over the next 18 months, aimed at promoting journalism in “under-reported” regions across the globe. This financial support is intended to enhance the publication’s capacity for investigative stories and the recruitment of new reporters, said its editor-in-chief Geordie Greig. The funding, first reported by the Financial Times, arrives during a challenging period for the journalism sector, which is…
The tech giant has temporarily halted its AI notifications for news and entertainment after a backlash over misleading alerts. Apple has decided to suspend its AI notification feature aimed at news and entertainment platforms following criticism after it generated inaccurate alerts. The decision to pause was influenced in part by a complaint from the BBC. Last month Apple Intelligence wrongly made it appear that BBC News had published an article reporting that Luigi Mangione, the man arrested following the murder of a health insurance CEO in New York, had shot himself, when he was alive and well in police custody.…
The French AI startup Mistral secured a multi-million-euro deal with Agence France-Presse to integrate thousands of articles into its chatbot. French AI startup Mistral has announced a significant multi-million-euro agreement with Agence France-Presse (AFP), aimed at integrating a vast array of content into its chatbot, Le Chat. This deal, which was made public on Thursday, will involve the incorporation of over 2,000 AFP articles translated into six languages on a daily basis. Arthur Mensch, co-founder and CEO of Mistral, highlighted the importance of such partnerships in ensuring the dissemination of well-grounded information. This sentiment resonates in the current landscape of…
The search giant has rejected EU mandates to incorporate fact-checking into its search results and YouTube videos. Google is resisting requirements imposed by the European Union (EU) that would compel the company to display fact-checks alongside its search results and YouTube videos. According to a report from Axios, Google has also declined to embed fact-checking directly into its ranking algorithms, which may soon be mandated under the EU’s new Code of Practice on Disinformation. This development arrives amid intensified discussions surrounding the responsibilities of major tech platforms in managing misinformation and regulating content. Earlier this month Meta announced its decision…
This powerful new technology should be embraced and not feared by journalists. We have been delighted with the reception that Tomorrow’s Publisher has received on its launch. People have praised its innovation, its content and its design. A particular favourite response was that it was “a real showcase for what’s possible for publishers”. Inevitably, there have been criticisms, particularly about our use of AI. We didn’t mention it on launch as we wanted the content to stand on its own, regardless of its genesis. But now I want to address how we produce it and why this is a…
