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Over 90 unionised journalists laid off across 17 McClatchy publications, including The Miami Herald Cuts leave local newsrooms with diminished capacity to cover government and community issues Industry-wide fallout signals a lasting decline
B2B publishers excel in redefining their value propositions and embracing change Bold pivots, like Euromoney’s shift from journalism to intelligence services, highlight adaptability AI is viewed as an asset rather than a threat, used to enh
A debate in Lexington underscores tensions between traditional reporting and AI-assisted news The Kentucky Lantern champions human-made journalism, while Lexington Times utilises AI for coverage The dispute reflects broader challenges facin
Axios expands local reporting to 35 cities with plans for 100. AI tools like GPT assist in drafting and editing, reducing costs. The company balances automation with journalistic integrity amidst industry scepticism. Axios is betting that a
David Hoffmann’s plan to save newspapers centres on hyperlocal journalism and community focus Lee Enterprises tests this approach with an emphasis on city hall, schools, and local businesses Industry faces challenges from debt, digital shif
Coalition urges California to increase support for local news to $35 million Funding aims to rebuild declining newsrooms and combat misinformation Initiative includes programmes like the California Local News Fellowship and Propel Californi
Axel Springer acquires Bisnow, integrating it into Brew Media Group The deal aims to strengthen Axel Springer’s US B2B and event-led offerings Bisnow remains operationally independent with senior management intact Axel Springer has agreed t
Zurich-based Spatz uses AI to deliver hyperlocal newsletters in Swiss villages High engagement with open rates around 70%, reaching up to 20% of residents Funded by €400,000 grant, plans to expand across DACH region with community focus As
Three small newsrooms in Argentina have shown how AI tools can help local journalism thrive – even in financially constrained settings – by enhancing editorial quality, deepening community engagement and improving operational efficiency. As
Venture capitalist Michael Moritz is deepening his investment in journalism with a strategic expansion of The San Francisco Standard, the digital news outlet he co-founded in 2021. In an interview with the New York Times, Moritz described n
In a recent interview, the former CEO discussed key strategies that have driven Industry Dive’s growth. Sean Griffey, the former CEO of Industry Dive, recently shared insights into the company’s successful strategies during an appearance on
The Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry has published a provisional report addressing the threats posed by major digital platforms to local news media. The Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) in South Africa has releas
The communications regulator’s latest review reveals the BBC’s expansion into local journalism significantly impacts commercial enterprises, with local page views shifting towards the BBC. Ofcom’s Review of Local News in the UK has identifi
Andrew Morse leads a bold $150 million initiative to rejuvenate the AJC, addressing the crisis in local journalism and enhancing community engagement. The local news industry across the United States is grappling with profound difficulties,
In 2023, the closure of 127 newspapers highlighted ongoing challenges for local media, even as digital platforms showed growth amidst the turmoil. In a year marked by significant upheaval in the local news landscape across the United States
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