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Sally Buzbee steps down as Washington Post executive editor, to be replaced by Telegraph veteran

Sally 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 AI

Washington Post aims to use AI to address financial challenges.

Washington Post C.E.O. Elevates Deal-Making to a Top Priority

The 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 Lab

The 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 veteran

Sally 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 AI

Washington Post aims to use AI to address financial challenges.

Washington Post C.E.O. Elevates Deal-Making to a Top Priority

The 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 Lab

The Washington Post's non-endorsement of the 2024 presidential race led to over 250,000 cancellations, revealing a significant consumer reaction.
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#advertising

Digiday+ Research News Subscription Index 2024: Washington Post, Vox shift their strategies

Publishing industry facing challenges with ad sales and layoffs
Significant growth in digital-only subscriptions reported by major publishers
Shift towards subscription models due to advertising uncertainty

Without advertisers, news media will fall short on much-needed evolution

Advertisers' 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 | AdExchanger

Automated brand safety tools have negatively affected both publishers and advertisers, prompting the need for better strategies to associate news with advertising.

The great subscription news reversal

News companies are shifting away from hard subscriptions in favor of flexible paywalls and membership models.
Simply implementing a paywall without a comprehensive strategy can lead to decreased ad revenue and limited new subscribers.

Digiday+ Research News Subscription Index 2024: Washington Post, Vox shift their strategies

Publishing industry facing challenges with ad sales and layoffs
Significant growth in digital-only subscriptions reported by major publishers
Shift towards subscription models due to advertising uncertainty

Without advertisers, news media will fall short on much-needed evolution

Advertisers' 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 | AdExchanger

Automated brand safety tools have negatively affected both publishers and advertisers, prompting the need for better strategies to associate news with advertising.

The great subscription news reversal

News companies are shifting away from hard subscriptions in favor of flexible paywalls and membership models.
Simply implementing a paywall without a comprehensive strategy can lead to decreased ad revenue and limited new subscribers.
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#journalism

Google's backroom deal with California is bad for everyone - including Google

The 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 Substack

Substack 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 news

California lawmakers aim to make Big Tech pay for news articles accessed online.

Poynter launches new media industry podcast hosted by The Poynter Report's Tom Jones - Poynter

The launch of the Poynter Report Podcast aims to explore and explain issues in the media industry, featuring industry experts.

The news business is dying? That's a tired and incomplete narrative. - Poynter

The news industry is evolving, not dying, with new forms of journalism emerging to meet community needs.

The future is not all bleak: Poynter president Neil Brown talks about a new report on the state of journalism - Poynter

The state of journalism is not as dire as commonly believed; innovation and creativity are helping the industry adapt and thrive.

Google's backroom deal with California is bad for everyone - including Google

The 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 Substack

Substack 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 news

California lawmakers aim to make Big Tech pay for news articles accessed online.

Poynter launches new media industry podcast hosted by The Poynter Report's Tom Jones - Poynter

The launch of the Poynter Report Podcast aims to explore and explain issues in the media industry, featuring industry experts.

The news business is dying? That's a tired and incomplete narrative. - Poynter

The news industry is evolving, not dying, with new forms of journalism emerging to meet community needs.

The future is not all bleak: Poynter president Neil Brown talks about a new report on the state of journalism - Poynter

The state of journalism is not as dire as commonly believed; innovation and creativity are helping the industry adapt and thrive.
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The End of the $20M TV Host Era

Television's star system is declining amid economic realignment, changing the landscape for on-air talent.
#cnn

CNN Plans to Paywall News Content Starting Next Month

CNN is implementing a metered paywall for online access as part of a strategy for profitability.

Oliver Darcy Dishes on CNN After His Sudden Exit

Oliver 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 Month

CNN is implementing a metered paywall for online access as part of a strategy for profitability.

Oliver Darcy Dishes on CNN After His Sudden Exit

Oliver Darcy is leaving CNN to launch his own newsletter, Status, focusing on authentic reporting and commentary on media, tech, and Hollywood.
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#google

Google signs deal with organization to distribute $100M to Canadian news companies | CBC News

Google 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 | TechCrunch

Google'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 platforms

A bipartisan bill aims to make Google and Facebook pay news companies, impacting the media industry's future and democracy.

US judge rules that Google will face certain antitrust claims

Google faces antitrust concerns following a United States District Judge's decision to continue with a case filed by advertising companies accusing Google of anti-competitive practices.
The Judge allows a case by Gannett, a major news media publisher, to proceed, focusing on allegations that Google fraudulently concealed the effects of its technology on ad revenue.

Google could cut funding to more US news publishers

Google 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 signs deal with organization to distribute $100M to Canadian news companies | CBC News

Google 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 | TechCrunch

Google'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 platforms

A bipartisan bill aims to make Google and Facebook pay news companies, impacting the media industry's future and democracy.

US judge rules that Google will face certain antitrust claims

Google faces antitrust concerns following a United States District Judge's decision to continue with a case filed by advertising companies accusing Google of anti-competitive practices.
The Judge allows a case by Gannett, a major news media publisher, to proceed, focusing on allegations that Google fraudulently concealed the effects of its technology on ad revenue.

Google could cut funding to more US news publishers

Google 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.
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#layoffs

The Wall Street Journal Is Doing Great After the Media Apocalypse

Despite initial layoffs, the news industry has adapted by increasing digital subscribers and monetizing content through deals with companies like OpenAI.

Is American Journalism Headed Toward an 'Extinction-Level Event'?

Major layoffs and cuts are happening in the news industry, including at Time magazine, National Geographic, and the Los Angeles Times.
The Los Angeles Times, once a revered institution, is now a symbol of the decline of news organizations as it faces significant cuts and struggles to find a clear business strategy.

The Wall Street Journal Is Doing Great After the Media Apocalypse

Despite initial layoffs, the news industry has adapted by increasing digital subscribers and monetizing content through deals with companies like OpenAI.

Is American Journalism Headed Toward an 'Extinction-Level Event'?

Major layoffs and cuts are happening in the news industry, including at Time magazine, National Geographic, and the Los Angeles Times.
The Los Angeles Times, once a revered institution, is now a symbol of the decline of news organizations as it faces significant cuts and struggles to find a clear business strategy.
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The AI search earthquake is driving publishers to the bargaining table

Negotiations between tech and news industries are shifting towards addressing narrower use cases for AI products, where news publishers may have more leverage.
#social-media

News confronts reaching audiences in a post-social world

The news industry is facing challenges in reaching and engaging audiences in a post-social media world.
Nonprofit news organizations are exploring alternative platforms to reach audiences that care about news.

Media rebounds on seismic news cycle

Job cuts in news companies increased by 14.6% in the first half of the year.

The Anderson Cooper of Black Twitter Believes Journalism Can Survive Influencers

Phil Lewis emphasizes the importance of combating misinformation in today's digital media landscape.

News confronts reaching audiences in a post-social world

The news industry is facing challenges in reaching and engaging audiences in a post-social media world.
Nonprofit news organizations are exploring alternative platforms to reach audiences that care about news.

Media rebounds on seismic news cycle

Job cuts in news companies increased by 14.6% in the first half of the year.

The Anderson Cooper of Black Twitter Believes Journalism Can Survive Influencers

Phil Lewis emphasizes the importance of combating misinformation in today's digital media landscape.
moresocial-media
#california

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 -- barely

California 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 -- barely

California bill to tax Big Tech for news industry narrowly survives Senate Appropriations Committee vote.
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Kim Godwin steps down as president of ABC News - Poynter

Kim 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, Microsoft

AI companies facing backlash for using copyrighted content without compensation from major newspapers.
#meta

Meta is Truly Sick of News

Facebook's referrals to news sites are continuing to decline, with only 33% of traffic coming from Facebook in December 2023 compared to 50% in December 2022.
The Daily Mail saw a significant drop in traffic from Facebook, with only 2.7% of its traffic coming from the platform as of November 2023.

Meta says Facebook cannot solve media industry's issues' as it defends ending payments for news in Australia

Meta refuses to pay news companies in Australia, leading to government scrutiny.
Meta insists global tech companies can't solve news industry issues.

Meta is Truly Sick of News

Facebook's referrals to news sites are continuing to decline, with only 33% of traffic coming from Facebook in December 2023 compared to 50% in December 2022.
The Daily Mail saw a significant drop in traffic from Facebook, with only 2.7% of its traffic coming from the platform as of November 2023.

Meta says Facebook cannot solve media industry's issues' as it defends ending payments for news in Australia

Meta refuses to pay news companies in Australia, leading to government scrutiny.
Meta insists global tech companies can't solve news industry issues.
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"Nobody solves media except temporarily": Four indie media owners on money, sustainability, and "making cooler, weirder things"

The news industry is facing difficult times, with layoffs, shutdowns, sales, and strikes.
The podcast Never Post aims to tell stories about internet culture and is owned by the people who make it.

AI adoption in newsrooms presents "a familiar power imbalance" between publishers and platforms, new report finds

Uncertainty in the news industry, AI hype, and the search for new revenue streams are driving news organizations to adopt AI technology.
There is a power imbalance emerging between news publishers and tech companies as AI-powered search engines become more prevalent and newsrooms embrace the technology internally.

Why the U.S. Media Industry Is in Meltdown

Sports Illustrated's demise is emblematic of the current state of the news media industry.
The ownership model of Sports Illustrated, with its multiple stakeholders, played a role in its demise.

The news business faces a reckoning in 2024

Billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong has invested hundreds of millions of his own money into the unprofitable Los Angeles Times, highlighting the struggles of the news industry in the digital era.
The L.A. Times is estimated to be losing $50 million a year, while The Washington Post was set to lose $100 million last year.
News companies, even those that are still making money, are trying to find ways to adapt to the changing media landscape and innovate.

How Coca-Cola thinking could fix the news industry

The news industry is commercializing backward by pivoting from a mass-market approach to an exclusively closed-off subscription one.
News organizations need to learn from successful brands like Coca-Cola and create products that customers are willing to pay for.

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.
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