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Editor’s Pick.

7 stories · current Editor’s Pick, then previous editions

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News needs the focus of B2B publishers

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

8 Sep 2026 · 5 min

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Audiences

The problem with the pivot to community

News organisations are shifting focus towards community-building to reconnect with audiences Success varies: B2B publishers excel while general news outlets face challenges Building genuine communities requires patience, specialised focus,

8 Sep 2026 · 5 min

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Revenue

Principles of paid content

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

5 Aug 2026 · 5 min

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AI & Technology

The new book all journalists should read

Highlights the importance of integrating AI in newsrooms to foster meaningful change Emphasises the need for journalists and managers to view AI as a tool for value creation Warns of cultural hurdles and stress on verifying information in t

23 Jul 2026 · 5 min

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AI & Technology

The foggy future of AI news

Expert warns news industry is still writing as if it’s 1957 Discussions highlight challenges of mobile storytelling and atomisation of news Questions remain about verification, funding, and brands in an AI-driven news future “We are still w

19 Jun 2026 · 5 min

A publisher works an almost dry search-traffic pump while a reader offers a gold coin for the newspaper.

Revenue

Bezos is right about news profits

Bezos defends the profitability of journalism as a measure of relevance Changes in Google search algorithms threaten traditional news revenue To succeed, news organisations must focus on delivering value and distinctive reporting Jeff Bezos

26 May 2026 · 4 min

A publisher aims a large red spotlight at a journalist whose head is concealed by a plain paper bag with eyeholes.

Strategy

Embrace journalism's star system

News organisations are recognising the value of individual journalists as brands Traditional anonymity at outlets like The Economist is giving way to increased visibility Embracing star talent can strengthen publishers’ positions and combat

20 May 2026 · 6 min

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