Audio Ad Tech Innovation, Backed By Neuroscience
"Leveraging neuroscience insights, we developed Amplifier through meticulous research on popular audio devices," says London-headquartered Adtonos. "This innovative and exclusive technology enhances the audibility of digital audio ads across various formats, maximizing engagement."
A Golden Celebration in Gotham At NBC New York
He's been reporting for NBC since 1974 and is a fixture in the New York Tri-State Area's local TV news scene. Now, Chuck Scarborough is being honored for his 50 years on the air at WNBC-TV.
EMF Goes Fishing For Hawaii, Nashville Homes With Salem Deal
Salem Media Group is leaving Music City and taking its "Fish" with it. At the same time, it is saying Aloha to O'ahu. Who's the buyer? Look no further than the parent of the KLOVE and Air1 noncommercial CCM networks.
BIA Expects Record Political Ad Spend in 2024
Some media industry observers have questioned if easy wins in primary races by President Biden and former President Trump would soften political ad spending this year. New data from BIA suggest that down-ballot and issues-oriented advertising will offset any presidential race spending cuts.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Caroline Beasley
In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, Caroline Beaasley offers her thoughts on what's of keen interest to Beasley Media Group at the 2024 NAB Show. She also offers details on how those seeking to attend an invitation-only "Cocktails and Conversation" reception can be there.
Saga Blows Away a Rural Florida FM
Chiefland, Fla., is a tiny community, due west of Gainesville. And, it has been home to a Class A FM simulcasting a Classic Rocker...
Vizrt Selects Its Latest European Distributor
The Norwegian real-time graphics and live production specialist has added a German AV and IT-focused distributor to its roster of European channel partners.
A Dual-Channel, Direct-To-Phone Wireless Lavalier Microphone Arrives
Introducing MoveMic, which Shure has brought to market as a dual-channel direct-to-phone wireless lavalier now available for use. It's engineered for content creators, videographers, and mobile journalists — something broadcast news teams may have an interest in.
Comscore Shares Dip After Shaky Q4 Report
As Comscore CEO Jon Carpenter sees it, 2023 had both highs and lows for the business. Unfortunately, the audience measurement company's fourth quarter brought a big earnings surprise that led shareholders to sell their stock on Thursday. Revenue missed the Zacks estimate by 2.46%.
‘AM Radio For Every Vehicle’ Bill Hits Key Co-Sponsor Number
Congressional legislation that would require the U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to issue a rule requiring access to AM broadcast stations in motor vehicles, and for other purposes, is one step closer to getting approved in the House of Representatives.
Motion Denied In Ongoing ‘FOX Providence’ Retrans Case
A Massachusetts federal judge has denied a motion to dismiss a claim tied to misdirected retransmission consent fees, a request sought by a former licensee of "FOX Providence" in a complex case involving Verizon and Nexstar Media Group, which presently operates the Mission-owned property.
‘LOCAL 4’ Teams With Black Weekly For Detroit News Boost
A new media partnership aimed at elevating local news coverage in the Metro Detroit region has been forged between the television station known as "LOCAL 4" and the leading African American news organization in the Mitten State.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Eddie Esserman
What's it like to be a broker today? "I think we are in the middle of a cycle," says Eddie Esserman, Managing Director of Media Services Group. "It's very cold but not frozen ... Deals are being done." Learn more in this fresh InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM.
Core Ad Revenue, Retrans Gains Can’t Offset Gray Q4 Loss
A 6% increase in broadcasting expenses put a damper on what the company led by Hilton Howell Jr. and Pat LaPlatney calls "strong" financial results for the fourth quarter. Investors reacted negatively, sending Gray shares down significantly on Friday morning.
Mavericks Team Up With TEGNA For OTA Coverage
Add the company that owns WFAA-8 in Dallas-Fort Worth to the list of broadcast television station ownership groups that will be airing professional sports play-by-play across the final weeks of the 2023-2024 National Basketball Association regular season.