New Data Shows Just How Badly OpenAI And Perplexity Are Screwing Over PublishersAI-powered search engines are sending significantly less referral traffic to news sites compared to traditional search engines.
Australia to force tech giants to pay for news media DW 12/12/2024Australia proposes to enforce payment from tech giants to local media for news content, addressing revenue disparity.
News outlets push vertical video to the homepageNews organizations are increasingly integrating short vertical videos into their platforms to engage audiences and adapt to changing consumption habits.
Digiday+ Research News Subscription Index 2024: Washington Post, Vox shift their strategiesPublishing industry facing challenges with ad sales and layoffsSignificant growth in digital-only subscriptions reported by major publishersShift towards subscription models due to advertising uncertainty
Less is more, and discounts work: A new study looks at the minutiae of paywall strategyEffective paywall design should prioritize simplicity in teaser features to boost subscription rates.
The Anderson Cooper of Black Twitter Believes Journalism Can Survive InfluencersPhil Lewis emphasizes the importance of combating misinformation in today's digital media landscape.
Google Will Remove Links to California News SitesGoogle is removing links to California news sites from search results in response to bill requiring payment to publishers.
Australia to force tech giants to pay for news media DW 12/12/2024Australia proposes to enforce payment from tech giants to local media for news content, addressing revenue disparity.
News outlets push vertical video to the homepageNews organizations are increasingly integrating short vertical videos into their platforms to engage audiences and adapt to changing consumption habits.
Digiday+ Research News Subscription Index 2024: Washington Post, Vox shift their strategiesPublishing industry facing challenges with ad sales and layoffsSignificant growth in digital-only subscriptions reported by major publishersShift towards subscription models due to advertising uncertainty
Less is more, and discounts work: A new study looks at the minutiae of paywall strategyEffective paywall design should prioritize simplicity in teaser features to boost subscription rates.
The Anderson Cooper of Black Twitter Believes Journalism Can Survive InfluencersPhil Lewis emphasizes the importance of combating misinformation in today's digital media landscape.
Google Will Remove Links to California News SitesGoogle is removing links to California news sites from search results in response to bill requiring payment to publishers.
Google signs deal with AP to deliver timely, accurate' news through its Gemini AI chatbotGoogle's AI chatbot Gemini will integrate real-time news from The Associated Press.AP aims to diversify revenue streams while collaborating on AI initiatives with major tech firms.Concerns exist about AI content usage and fair compensation for news organizations.
Get ready for the AI-driven world of newsGenerative AI could revolutionize news consumption by offering personalized and contextualized content but raises concerns about accuracy and information silos.
Google's backroom deal with California is bad for everyone - including GoogleThe partnership between California lawmakers and Google falls short of addressing the journalism crisis, providing insufficient funding for newsrooms and quality reporting.
Independent journalist era takes off on SubstackSubstack doubling politics and news subscribers by 2024, trend of journalists going independent for better financial prospects.
California lawmakers revive debate over bill requiring tech platforms to pay for newsCalifornia lawmakers aim to make Big Tech pay for news articles accessed online.
Story budgets get reshaped to coax the disengagedEditors will adopt new approaches and technology to manage workloads and enhance story depth amid shrinking resources.
Poynter launches new media industry podcast hosted by The Poynter Report's Tom Jones - PoynterThe launch of the Poynter Report Podcast aims to explore and explain issues in the media industry, featuring industry experts.
Get ready for the AI-driven world of newsGenerative AI could revolutionize news consumption by offering personalized and contextualized content but raises concerns about accuracy and information silos.
Google's backroom deal with California is bad for everyone - including GoogleThe partnership between California lawmakers and Google falls short of addressing the journalism crisis, providing insufficient funding for newsrooms and quality reporting.
Independent journalist era takes off on SubstackSubstack doubling politics and news subscribers by 2024, trend of journalists going independent for better financial prospects.
California lawmakers revive debate over bill requiring tech platforms to pay for newsCalifornia lawmakers aim to make Big Tech pay for news articles accessed online.
Story budgets get reshaped to coax the disengagedEditors will adopt new approaches and technology to manage workloads and enhance story depth amid shrinking resources.
Poynter launches new media industry podcast hosted by The Poynter Report's Tom Jones - PoynterThe launch of the Poynter Report Podcast aims to explore and explain issues in the media industry, featuring industry experts.
Media rebounds on seismic news cycleJob cuts in news companies increased by 14.6% in the first half of the year.
Focus on the "flabby middle" of the audience funnelFocus on engaging the middle of the audience funnel rather than just attracting top-level traffic.2025 should be dedicated to journey mapping to improve audience engagement strategies.
Media rebounds on seismic news cycleJob cuts in news companies increased by 14.6% in the first half of the year.
Focus on the "flabby middle" of the audience funnelFocus on engaging the middle of the audience funnel rather than just attracting top-level traffic.2025 should be dedicated to journey mapping to improve audience engagement strategies.
Sally Buzbee steps down as Washington Post executive editor, to be replaced by Telegraph veteranSally Buzbee steps down as Washington Post's executive editor, replaced by Matt Murray and later Robert Winnett.
The Washington Post Tells Staff It's Pivoting to AIWashington Post aims to use AI to address financial challenges.
Washington Post C.E.O. Elevates Deal-Making to a Top PriorityThe Washington Post aims to grow through acquisitions under new CEO Will Lewis, focusing on boosting subscriptions and revenue.Will Lewis has been exploring potential deals with various companies to strengthen The Post's business model.The Post's strategy mirrors successful media companies, looking for ways to enhance its subscription-based revenue.
Sally Buzbee steps down as executive editor of The Washington Post'The Washington Post's executive editor Sally Buzbee steps down, replaced by Matt Murray from The Wall Street Journal, as the newsroom undergoes restructuring.
The Washington Post isn't alone: Roughly 3/4 of major American newspapers aren't endorsing anyone for president this year | Nieman Journalism LabThe Washington Post's non-endorsement of the 2024 presidential race led to over 250,000 cancellations, revealing a significant consumer reaction.
Sally Buzbee steps down as Washington Post executive editor, to be replaced by Telegraph veteranSally Buzbee steps down as Washington Post's executive editor, replaced by Matt Murray and later Robert Winnett.
The Washington Post Tells Staff It's Pivoting to AIWashington Post aims to use AI to address financial challenges.
Washington Post C.E.O. Elevates Deal-Making to a Top PriorityThe Washington Post aims to grow through acquisitions under new CEO Will Lewis, focusing on boosting subscriptions and revenue.Will Lewis has been exploring potential deals with various companies to strengthen The Post's business model.The Post's strategy mirrors successful media companies, looking for ways to enhance its subscription-based revenue.
Sally Buzbee steps down as executive editor of The Washington Post'The Washington Post's executive editor Sally Buzbee steps down, replaced by Matt Murray from The Wall Street Journal, as the newsroom undergoes restructuring.
The Washington Post isn't alone: Roughly 3/4 of major American newspapers aren't endorsing anyone for president this year | Nieman Journalism LabThe Washington Post's non-endorsement of the 2024 presidential race led to over 250,000 cancellations, revealing a significant consumer reaction.
Without advertisers, news media will fall short on much-needed evolutionAdvertisers' fears about brand safety are misaligned with audience behavior, threatening funding for quality journalism.
Forget The FUD, Now DoubleVerify Wants Advertisers To Get Back Into The News | AdExchangerAutomated brand safety tools have negatively affected both publishers and advertisers, prompting the need for better strategies to associate news with advertising.
Without advertisers, news media will fall short on much-needed evolutionAdvertisers' fears about brand safety are misaligned with audience behavior, threatening funding for quality journalism.
Forget The FUD, Now DoubleVerify Wants Advertisers To Get Back Into The News | AdExchangerAutomated brand safety tools have negatively affected both publishers and advertisers, prompting the need for better strategies to associate news with advertising.
The End of the $20M TV Host EraTelevision's star system is declining amid economic realignment, changing the landscape for on-air talent.
CNN Plans to Paywall News Content Starting Next MonthCNN is implementing a metered paywall for online access as part of a strategy for profitability.
Oliver Darcy Dishes on CNN After His Sudden ExitOliver Darcy is leaving CNN to launch his own newsletter, Status, focusing on authentic reporting and commentary on media, tech, and Hollywood.
CNN Plans to Paywall News Content Starting Next MonthCNN is implementing a metered paywall for online access as part of a strategy for profitability.
Oliver Darcy Dishes on CNN After His Sudden ExitOliver Darcy is leaving CNN to launch his own newsletter, Status, focusing on authentic reporting and commentary on media, tech, and Hollywood.
Google signs deal with organization to distribute $100M to Canadian news companies | CBC NewsGoogle to distribute $100 million to Canadian news companies annually, managed by Canadian Journalism Collective.
Google just made a $250M deal with California to support journalism - here's what it means | TechCrunchGoogle's $250 million deal with California aims to aid newsrooms but faces criticism for avoiding essential legislative changes.
California bill advances that would make Google, Facebook pay news companies whose stories appear on their platformsA bipartisan bill aims to make Google and Facebook pay news companies, impacting the media industry's future and democracy.
Google could cut funding to more US news publishersGoogle threatens to cut investments in California news outlets due to potential tax for selling user data, impacting their support for newsrooms nationwide.
Scoop: Google threatens to pause Google News Initiative funding in U.S.Google is warning that new California bills could impact its investments in news industry nationwide.
Google to Limit Access to Calif. News SitesGoogle is removing links to California news sites in response to proposed legislation requiring compensation.There is a debate over the impact of the California Journalism Preservation Act on news outlets, with Google expressing concerns.
Google signs deal with organization to distribute $100M to Canadian news companies | CBC NewsGoogle to distribute $100 million to Canadian news companies annually, managed by Canadian Journalism Collective.
Google just made a $250M deal with California to support journalism - here's what it means | TechCrunchGoogle's $250 million deal with California aims to aid newsrooms but faces criticism for avoiding essential legislative changes.
California bill advances that would make Google, Facebook pay news companies whose stories appear on their platformsA bipartisan bill aims to make Google and Facebook pay news companies, impacting the media industry's future and democracy.
Google could cut funding to more US news publishersGoogle threatens to cut investments in California news outlets due to potential tax for selling user data, impacting their support for newsrooms nationwide.
Scoop: Google threatens to pause Google News Initiative funding in U.S.Google is warning that new California bills could impact its investments in news industry nationwide.
Google to Limit Access to Calif. News SitesGoogle is removing links to California news sites in response to proposed legislation requiring compensation.There is a debate over the impact of the California Journalism Preservation Act on news outlets, with Google expressing concerns.
The Wall Street Journal Is Doing Great After the Media ApocalypseDespite initial layoffs, the news industry has adapted by increasing digital subscribers and monetizing content through deals with companies like OpenAI.
The AI search earthquake is driving publishers to the bargaining tableNegotiations between tech and news industries are shifting towards addressing narrower use cases for AI products, where news publishers may have more leverage.
Will Google strike a deal with California news outlets to fund journalism?California is progressing on a bill requiring tech firms to pay news outlets for content.
Bill that would tax Big Tech to help California media advances in Senate -- barelyCalifornia bill to tax Big Tech for news industry narrowly survives Senate Appropriations Committee vote.
Will Google strike a deal with California news outlets to fund journalism?California is progressing on a bill requiring tech firms to pay news outlets for content.
Bill that would tax Big Tech to help California media advances in Senate -- barelyCalifornia bill to tax Big Tech for news industry narrowly survives Senate Appropriations Committee vote.
Kim Godwin steps down as president of ABC News - PoynterKim Godwin, the first Black woman president of ABC News, retires amid reported performance review and power shift within the company.
8 major newspapers join legal backlash against OpenAI, MicrosoftAI companies facing backlash for using copyrighted content without compensation from major newspapers.
Meta says Facebook cannot solve media industry's issues' as it defends ending payments for news in AustraliaMeta refuses to pay news companies in Australia, leading to government scrutiny.Meta insists global tech companies can't solve news industry issues.
Is the news industry ready for another pivot to video?The shift to video in the news industry appears to be more long-lasting and significant this time around.