Jim VandeHei's piece last week in Axios is about as right as anyone's been lately: only urgent, dramatic change will save most news media companies. Too many are too slow to listen to their audiences; to create true differentiation and deliver something that solves a real problem in people's lives; to drop the sentimentality to the way things used to be; and too slow to jump on any technology that can make a real difference (we all know the one). He said it differently: "deliver it without dithering." VandeHei's message is meant as both a wake-up call and a call to action. There is plenty of hope to go around, too, as well as snake oil (example: is the continued emphasis on gawdy numbers - aka. British journalism - the answer? Or is it building smaller-than-gawdy-but-still-big numbers of fans who love the brand?). The bottom line: No matter what, the road is hard. But it's worth it. #journalismmatters #businessmodel #artificialintelligence #journalism #digitalmedia
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Vanderhei nails it. "We in the media need to do more with less; demand excellence at all levels at all times, like other free-market industries; confidently and quickly throw out ideas that no longer work; jump on new ideas and technologies to do things better, faster and more efficiently; and listen closer to what readers like you want or need — then deliver it without dithering." https://lnkd.in/g8rk6ixx
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What I found interesting about this take in The New York Times on changes and challenges in the media industry is the reminder that, while eyeballs on traditional news content and sources continue to shrink, people aren’t necessarily consuming less. Whether longform podcasts, our own social media feeds, or videos served to us through a YouTube algorithm, people may be spending more time interacting with news than ever before. But our very concept of “news” in this sense is shifting as publishers navigate changing dynamics (and their audiences’ expectations) around journalism and entertainment. The new channels this content is consumed on – many of which include direct comments and participation from the public – also don’t usually fit neatly into either category. One thing is clear: the consolidation of influence and power is shifting from the fourth to fifth estate. It’s also clear that this shift’s impact is profound not only for media companies, but for society at large. What do you think these changes will bring? https://lnkd.in/eGtZNXX7
How the Media Industry Keeps Losing the Future
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This is probably the last chance to see this exclusive interview for The Newsroom of Tomorrow, as we have decided to close the access to our trend book by the end of September. So, here, André Basse provides a deep dive into the world of SPIEGEL Tech Lab. Have a look and find out: 👉 The principles that guide the team; 👉 Solutions they implement (and which make them most proud); 👉 What is Polygon digital publishing solution; 👉 How they prototype solutions and test proofs of concept; 👉 Key trends shaping the media landscape and key challenges awaiting journalism; 👉 What Spiegel is doing to future-proof the organization. This is not just an interview; it’s a mine of inspiration and practical solutions to follow for every media professional. I recommend it to everyone. And as a disclaimer: The interview is part of our trend book, The Newsroom of Tomorrow. The trend book was published a year ago and had its moment – now it’s time to move towards the future and new, exciting projects 🚀 We’ll keep the article on our blog – but right now, we invite you to explore the entire publication of The Newsroom of Tomorrow before it disappears 👇 https://lnkd.in/dZfQD3rT
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In this roundup, we cover the top stories from the #media world this month. Whether you're in the industry, a news junkie or just curious, these highlights will keep you in the loop. Click below to read the recap! https://brnw.ch/21wKjwU
BuzzFeed, Google and AI: Media News Recap for May | Beyond Bylines
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One industry shapes global public opinion, entertains us and educates every person on Earth with an internet connection. Opportunity in this industry for creatives and investors alike are boundless. Are you in the Know? Read the Media C-Suite. #media #entertainment #innovation #investing #networking https://lnkd.in/eJxgDKeB
Who Will Be the Future Masters of Media?
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"What if your news source actually listened to you?" Olas is creating a media platform that’s all about people—readers, journalists, researchers—coming together for content that serves us, not algorithms. No more ad-driven feeds and hidden agendas; here, the community drives the conversation. Here’s what makes us different: → Decentralized—power is shared by everyone, not just the platform. → Transparent—no mystery, no manipulation—just open, accountable content. → Community-powered—we support smaller voices and genuine stories. Stay tuned for more news and be a part of our community! #decentralizedmedia #forthepeople #freespeech
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This has to be the most detailed, well-put-together piece on the current state and possible future of news media. The insights are not from one group or another it's a mix of new media, legacy media and executives who have seen the patterns of news and media consumption in their decades and have seen the cyclical nature of content. The demise and re-emergence of trends. So many pivotal points on content consumption, the impact of 'big tech' on news, newsletters, social media TV, AI, print, younger journalists, paywalls, success stories, failures and fear. Read it.
Can the Media Survive?
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With the onset of social media and technological advancements, it is a challenging time for the news publishing industry What's behind the crisis, and can advertisers halt the publishing industry's decline? Here's what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3wFvB3D #Media #Insights
Yesterday's news? How advertisers can halt the publishing industry's decline
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With the onset of social media and technological advancements, it is a challenging time for the news publishing industry What's behind the crisis, and can advertisers halt the publishing industry's decline? Here's what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3wFvB3D #Media #Insights
Yesterday's news? How advertisers can halt the publishing industry's decline
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I am naturally analytical, and I love diving into the mechanics of things—media being no exception, of course. That's why I found Charlotte Klein's piece in NY Mag on the evolution of the U.S. media landscape so exciting to read. The search for the right business model, the rise of niche audiences, the question of what defines good journalism today, whether scoops are still king, how we are shaping future generations of readers, the spotlight on new formats to access news and stories, who holds the keys to the control room in media today, and the ongoing debate about AI’s role in journalism—these are all questions that also resonate in Europe, despite the more fragmented media landscape here. And just as importantly, they highlight how we, as comms and PR professionals, need to rethink our role and approach to keep up with this (r)evolution. https://lnkd.in/dfusTMkv #media
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5moAgree 100%. The new media mentality will have to be thinking with the external lens, from the audience perspective. Too long we've held onto the notion that the job to be done was to preserve the historical model, at all cost. We seem to finally be waking up to the reality - reinvent the old model in new, relevant and viable ways.