Guest columnist Steve Goldstein takes the Apple CarPlay connected dashboard for a test drive. He shares his thoughts, opinions, and lots of photos of the system. Continue Reading
In an effort to standardize technical terms for podcast producers, networks, and metrics analysts, the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) came out of the Labor Day weekend with a release of IAB Podcast Ad Metrics Guidelines. the document is especially effective when clarifying and defining the differences between downloading and streaming. Continue Reading
RAIN Summit arrives in Nashville on September 20, just two weeks away. This must-attend event partners with the RAB/NAB Radio Show, which starts on the 21st. RAIN Summit Nashville is the leading knowledge and networking event for online audio in all its forms — podcasting, webcasting, internet radio, music services, and the business ecosystem surrounding it all. Continue Reading
On the Move tracks hires, promotions, and other notable personnel changes within the online audio industry. Today’s moves include two new CEOs on the independent side, and a brand new operations leader for the BPI. Continue Reading
DAB and DAB+ receivers are making further inroads into car manufacturers. The majority of new cars sold in the UK, Norway, and Switzerland are now equipped with the digital radio receivers. Patrick Hannon, president of WorldDAB, said 82% of new cars in the UK have DAB as standard, followed by 73% in Norway and 65% in Switzerland. Continue Reading
Kickstarter appears to be repositioning itself as more than a crowdfunding tool for music. It purchased Drip.fm, a niche service that was on the verge of shuttering, this spring. Kickstarter is expected to relaunch Drip as soon as this year, although it has not given a firm timeline. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s Future of Radio is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: Updates from Pandora’s in-house data journalist; salaries for radio presenters; CBC and advertising. Continue Reading
Listeners who are committed to streaming via Apple Music have a new option for getting a better price. Apple has made gift cards available at select retail locations that offer 12 months of access for $99. Continue Reading
Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web: Movies and podcasts and why they don’t work; yet another opinion on exclusive releases. Continue Reading
Smartphone apps now account for half of time spent on digital platforms in the U.S. The July 2016 data from comScore confirmed the trend of smartphone dominance, with the mobile devices securing 50% of digital time for the U.S. audience. Continue Reading
Vevo has entered a partnership with MediaWorks, an independent broadcaster in New Zealand. The tie-up “will allow us to reach more New Zealanders than ever before, and be the prime location for any advertiser looking to purchase premium digital content and connect to engaged audiences,” said Glen Kyne, acting chief commercial officer for MediaWorks. Continue Reading
Podcasting network Midroll Media announced two promotions among its leadership. Erik Diehn has been upped from VP of business development to CEO. Lex Friedman has also been promoted to CRO after serving as EVP of sales and development. Continue Reading