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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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HumanizeText is an innovative platform that enables content creators and marketers to convert AI-generated text into natural, human-sounding language, offering a free and user-friendly experience. HumanizeText is making waves among content creators and marketers by transforming AI-generated content into natural, human-sounding text. This new tool is primarily targeted at users who rely on AI writing solutions yet require their output to appear authentic and undetectable as machine-generated. HumanizeText offers a simple, user-friendly approach to ‘humanizing’ AI content, enhancing its relatability and engagement while potentially bypassing AI detection systems that could label it as non-human. The process is designed to be…
In a recent episode of the ‘Sales POP!’ podcast, Jon Gillham discusses the impact of AI on content integrity and offers guidelines for ethical usage. In a recent episode of the “Sales POP!” podcast, host John Golden engaged in a discussion with Jon Gillham, the founder of Originality, a company dedicated to identifying AI-generated content. The conversation centred on the profound influence of artificial intelligence on the realm of content creation, as well as the potential pitfalls of depending exclusively on AI-powered tools. Gillham pointed out the pressing challenges that accompany the use of AI in generating content. He addressed…
Rohirrim collaborates with SMA, Inc. to integrate advanced AI with proven proposal methodologies, aiming to enhance efficiency and compliance in proposal development. In a significant development in the field of artificial intelligence and proposal management, Rohirrim has announced a groundbreaking partnership with SMA, Inc., known as The Program Lifecycle Company. This collaboration aims to revolutionise how organisations develop proposals by integrating Rohirrim’s advanced AI capabilities with SMA’s renowned model-based system engineering process. This alliance seeks to enhance the efficiency, compliance, and quality of proposals, setting a new industry benchmark. Rohirrim has unveiled the world’s first language model specifically designed to…
Cognizant has announced significant upgrades to its Cognizant Neuro® AI platform, aimed at accelerating AI implementations across various industries, with positive feedback from major clients like Gilead Sciences and Bayer Crop Science. Cognizant, een vooraanstaand IT- en consultancybedrijf, heeft nieuwe verbeteringen aangekondigd aan zijn Cognizant Neuro® AI-platform, een systeem dat bedrijven ondersteunt bij het snel identificeren en ontwikkelen van kunstmatige intelligentie (AI) toepassingen. Deze updates, onthuld op 18 oktober 2024 vanuit Teaneck, New Jersey, zijn speciaal ontworpen om bedrijven te helpen met hun AI-implementaties, die vaak te traag verlopen of moeilijk schaalbaar zijn volgens onderzoeksgegevens van Cognizant en Oxford Economics.…
Netflix has decided against raising subscription prices in the US, focusing on providing value to subscribers while competing in a challenging market. Netflix has opted not to increase its subscription prices in the United States, at least for now, even as competitors like Disney+ and Peacock have raised their fees. During the company’s third-quarter earnings call, Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters highlighted the company’s approach to pricing, focusing on the value provided to its members rather than benchmarking against competitors. The streaming giant surpassed third-quarter expectations, adding over 5 million subscribers, which resulted in a 10% surge in its stock price…
The United States Federal Trade Commission has introduced a new rule to simplify the cancellation process for subscriptions, mandating companies to make it as easy to cancel as it is to sign up. In a decisive move, the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the implementation of a new rule aimed at streamlining the cancellation process for subscriptions and memberships. This initiative, known as the “Click-to-Cancel” rule, seeks to alleviate the frustration consumers often face when attempting to terminate these services. The FTC has clarified that businesses will be required to make cancellations as straightforward as signing up,…
The tragic aviation incident in Mengshan County has sparked a discussion on the broader psychological effects of exposure to such events, highlighting the importance of mindfulness in coping with emotional distress. On 21 March 2022, a tragic aviation incident struck Mengshan County in Guangxi Province, China, resulting in the loss of 133 lives. This devastating event sent ripples of sorrow not only through the victims’ families but also across the nation, capturing public consciousness and underscoring the profound impact that such catastrophic events can have on societal mental health. The disaster highlighted an important psychological phenomenon: the far-reaching effects of…
Amazon has introduced the Kindle Scribe, a digital notebook featuring generative AI, set for release on December 4 at $399.99, alongside updates to its Kindle range. Amazon has unveiled its latest innovation in its Kindle line with the introduction of the Kindle Scribe, a sophisticated digital notebook that incorporates generative artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance user experience in note-taking and reading. Scheduled to be released on December 4, the Kindle Scribe is priced at $399.99 and aims to mimic the tactile feel of a traditional notebook. It boasts a sleek, ultra-thin design and a white frame reminiscent of a sheet…
Doomscrolling, the compulsive consumption of negative news, poses serious mental and physical health risks, especially among vulnerable populations. Doomscrolling: A Widespread Phenomenon with Health Implications In today’s digital age, many start their day by reaching for their smartphone, immersing themselves in a seemingly endless stream of grim news headlines—a practice known as “doomscrolling.” This term, which entered the lexicon during the COVID-19 pandemic, describes the compulsive scrolling through negative news online, and has become increasingly prevalent amidst global uncertainties. Despite the gradual easing of pandemic-specific restrictions, the world continues to grapple with various crises, including ongoing conflicts, frequent mass shootings,…
As North Carolina’s elections approach, a trend emerges where candidates, particularly Republicans, are opting out of political forums, leaving voters with unanswered questions and empty chairs. In the run-up to the closely-watched elections in North Carolina, political forums designed to offer voters insights into candidates’ positions have encountered a troubling trend—candidates, particularly Republican incumbents, are increasingly opting out of these events, leaving empty chairs and unanswered questions. The forums, organized by a consortium of media outlets including WHQR, Port City Daily, and WECT, are traditionally held at Cape Fear Community College. These forums, scheduled ahead of the local and North…
