#communications
#communications

Dissecting the "go direct" communications debate

Personal ownership of communications enhances authenticity and effectiveness.

Direct engagement through personal branding can boost company reputation.

fromPR Daily

9 hours ago

Podcast

36 podcasts for comms and PR pros, for when you're strategizing and/or spiraling - PR Daily

Podcasts serve as a valuable tool for communications professionals to stay informed and inspired while multitasking.

more#media-strategy

#cybersecurity

Privacy professionals

fromWIRED

22 hours ago

Customs and Border Protection Confirms Its Use of Hacked Signal Clone TeleMessage

CBP confirms use of TeleMessage app, disabling it after detecting a cyber incident while an investigation is ongoing.

fromSecuritymagazine

3 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

Behind the signal leak: Vulnerabilities in high-security communication

Vulnerabilities in Signal highlight risks to communications security.

Organizations must adopt a disciplined approach to secure messaging.

Human error and cyberattacks are threats to high-security apps like Signal.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Information security

UK telcos including BT at risk from DrayTek router vulnerabilities | Computer Weekly

UK's CSPs face severe risks from vulnerabilities in DrayTek routers affecting business continuity and reputation.

Privacy professionals

fromWIRED

22 hours ago

Customs and Border Protection Confirms Its Use of Hacked Signal Clone TeleMessage

CBP confirms use of TeleMessage app, disabling it after detecting a cyber incident while an investigation is ongoing.

Privacy professionals

fromSecuritymagazine

3 weeks ago

Behind the signal leak: Vulnerabilities in high-security communication

Vulnerabilities in Signal highlight risks to communications security.

Organizations must adopt a disciplined approach to secure messaging.

Human error and cyberattacks are threats to high-security apps like Signal.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Information security

UK telcos including BT at risk from DrayTek router vulnerabilities | Computer Weekly

UK's CSPs face severe risks from vulnerabilities in DrayTek routers affecting business continuity and reputation.

Marketing

Council Post: Making PR A Sales Generator For Your Business

In business, complacency allows competitors to win, necessitating a strategic communications plan.

fromEURACTIV's Agenda

1 day ago

Europe news

Marketing & Communications Assistant at Euractiv on EURACTIV's Agenda

Euractiv seeks a Marketing & Communications Assistant to drive client campaigns across digital platforms, improving engagement and performance metrics.

fromForbes

Marketing

Council Post: Making PR A Sales Generator For Your Business

In business, complacency allows competitors to win, necessitating a strategic communications plan.

fromEURACTIV's Agenda

1 day ago

Europe news

Marketing & Communications Assistant at Euractiv on EURACTIV's Agenda

Euractiv seeks a Marketing & Communications Assistant to drive client campaigns across digital platforms, improving engagement and performance metrics.

more#marketing

fromwww.mediaite.com

2 weeks ago

US news

Trump Administration Appoints Breitbart Reporter as Chief Spokesperson for U.S. Navy

Kristina Wong has been appointed as chief spokesperson and director of communications for the Department of the U.S. Navy.

Media industry

fromHer Campus

2 weeks ago

The Media's "Dumbest" Major?

Communications majors often face societal stigma, leading to self-doubt despite academic success.

#trump-administration

US Elections

fromwww.nytimes.com

5 months ago

Trump Asks Steven Cheung to Lead White House Communications

Steven Cheung was appointed as White House communications director, reinforcing Trump's preference for forceful, provocative communication styles.

fromArs Technica

US news

White House figures out how it texted secret bombing plans to a reporter

Concerns arise over communication mishaps linked to national security and a cabinet member's handling of classified information.

US Elections

fromwww.nytimes.com

5 months ago

Trump Asks Steven Cheung to Lead White House Communications

Steven Cheung was appointed as White House communications director, reinforcing Trump's preference for forceful, provocative communication styles.

fromArs Technica

more#trump-administration

US news

White House figures out how it texted secret bombing plans to a reporter

Concerns arise over communication mishaps linked to national security and a cabinet member's handling of classified information.

fromPsychology Today

Typography

When Words Decide Fate

Words shape our perceptions and can drastically alter relationships and actions.

Language is a reflection of our social systems and has the power to create change.

Mindful word choice is critical for building the future we desire.

fromCsrwire

Environment

New Communications Leaders Gain Competitive Insights With

Companies must focus on data-driven insights for effective sustainability communications.

3BL is offering a Competitive Benchmark Report giveaway to help companies optimize their strategies.

fromBusiness Insider

SF politics

I left my job at the White House and landed a role in the private sector. Here's my advice for federal workers making the switch.

Hannah August transitioned from a high-pressure communications role in the White House to a private sector job for better work-life balance.

How To Stay Relevant In The Ever-Evolving Communications Field

The communications field is contracting, requiring professionals to innovate and demonstrate their value actively.

fromPORT/FOLIO.YVR

Marketing

Sarah Mawji of Venture Strategies PR: Amplifying Voices, Elevating Brands - PORT/FOLIO.YVR

Venture Strategies PR empowers brands by providing tailored public relations solutions to amplify their impact.

The firm's comprehensive services manage all aspects of public and media relations, allowing clients to focus on business growth.

Marketing tech

fromForbes

How To Stay Relevant In The Ever-Evolving Communications Field

The communications field is contracting, requiring professionals to innovate and demonstrate their value actively.

fromPORT/FOLIO.YVR

Marketing

Sarah Mawji of Venture Strategies PR: Amplifying Voices, Elevating Brands - PORT/FOLIO.YVR

Venture Strategies PR empowers brands by providing tailored public relations solutions to amplify their impact.

The firm's comprehensive services manage all aspects of public and media relations, allowing clients to focus on business growth.

more#public-relations

NYC politics

fromMission Local

Mayor Lurie's communications director departs just 2 months into the job

Nina Negusse has resigned from her role as Mayor Lurie's communications director and will be replaced by campaign manager Han Zou.

Tech industry

fromConsequence

Skype, once-beloved video calling and messaging app, dead at 22

Microsoft will shut down Skype on May 5, 2025, prioritizing Microsoft Teams for modern communications.

Social media marketing

fromDigiday

'Gag orders all around': Confessions of a comms professional on DEI backlash

The backlash against DEI policies is significantly affecting professionals in multicultural marketing and communications.

fromIrish Independent

Miscellaneous

Karl Brophy's PR firm Red Flag sold in deal worth up to 45m

Red Flag Global has been acquired by Ankura, highlighting ongoing consolidation in the Irish communications sector.

Miscellaneous

fromwww.theguardian.com

The Saints clergy-abuse emails: five takeaways from our investigation

Bensel's communication reveals potential behind-the-scenes influence regarding the Archdiocese's release of credibly accused clergy.

fromTechCrunch

Tech industry

Amazon cuts jobs in Sustainability department | TechCrunch

Amazon is cutting a small number of roles in Communications and Sustainability due to restructuring and its return-to-office policy.

fromPoynter

Miscellaneous

Stymied by a federal health communications pause, journalists worry about what comes next - Poynter

Federal health agencies' communications pause under the Trump administration hampers public health information flow and affects journalist access to vital updates.

fromWWD

Miscellaneous

Gita Mirchandani on the Power of Positive Intentions in Business

Gita Mirchandani emphasizes the value of love and intention in business, transforming client interactions beyond mere transactions.

Miscellaneous

fromTechzine Global

Europe agrees on Iris: 10.6 billion satellite network as Starlink alternative

The Iris² project is strategically important for the EU, involving increased funding and a partnership with an industrial consortium.

fromPodcaster News

Podcast

Tiny Matters Joins Multitude - New Partnership With American Cancer Society - Podcaster News

Tiny Matters explores the significant impact of genetics, microbes, and science on our world, hosted by scientists Sam Jones and Deboki Chakravarti.

fromCornell Chronicle

5 months ago

Higher education

Joel Malina, VP for university relations, to depart Cornell | Cornell Chronicle

Joel M. Malina, veteran Cornell VP, is departing after 11 years to join Brunswick Group, marking a key transition in university leadership communications.

fromHackernoon

2 years ago

European startups

Startups of the Year 2024: 8,350 Startups Nominated in the Messaging & Communications Industry | HackerNoon

HackerNoon announces nominees for 'Startups of The Year 2024' in the Messaging & Communications sector, honoring innovation and contributions.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Digital life

Amid Verizon outage, Bay Area emergency services, businesses proceed as usual

Emergency services in Bay Area remained operational despite the nationwide Verizon outage affecting a large number of users.

#leadership-changes

fromAdweek

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Marketing

Comms Changes: Lance Frank, Zenia Mucha, Erin Calhoun

Lance Frank's promotion to CBS News head of communications depicts leadership evolution in media companies.

Kate Jhaveri's departure from TikTok indicates a transformation in marketing leadership.

Erin Calhoun's exit from Paramount after seven years highlights shifts in executive positions.

Marketing

Paramount Global Chief Communications, Marketing Officer Julia Phelps to Exit (Exclusive)

Julia Phelps, top communications executive, leaving Paramount Global after spearheading major initiatives amid industry changes.

fromAdweek

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Marketing

Comms Changes: Lance Frank, Zenia Mucha, Erin Calhoun

Lance Frank's promotion to CBS News head of communications depicts leadership evolution in media companies.

Kate Jhaveri's departure from TikTok indicates a transformation in marketing leadership.

Erin Calhoun's exit from Paramount after seven years highlights shifts in executive positions.

Marketing

Paramount Global Chief Communications, Marketing Officer Julia Phelps to Exit (Exclusive)

Julia Phelps, top communications executive, leaving Paramount Global after spearheading major initiatives amid industry changes.

more#leadership-changes

#solar-storm

OMG science

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Awe and alarm as extreme' solar storm hits Earth

The most powerful solar storm in over 20 years is causing disruptions to power grids and communications, with further effects expected.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

OMG science

Solar storm puts on brilliant light show across the globe, but no serious problems reported

A powerful solar storm caused minor disruptions but mainly provided a spectacular Northern Lights display around the world.

OMG science

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Awe and alarm as extreme' solar storm hits Earth

The most powerful solar storm in over 20 years is causing disruptions to power grids and communications, with further effects expected.

fromwww.mercurynews.com