Pandora is now testing tools to brings interactive voice advertisements to mobile. The audio company is trialing this technology with several major brands: Doritos, Ashley HomeStores, Unilever, Wendy’s, Turner Broadcasting, Comcast, and Nestle. Continue Reading
Omny Studio announced that it has updated its embeddable player with support for multiple languages. The company’s podcast player will now automatically translate text to match the default language of a user’s web browser. Continue Reading
Sony Music UK has promoted Adam Cardew for a newly-created post, vice president of podcasting and creative strategy. After acting as a digital director, Cardew’s new position will see him leading the podcast division’s growth, including launching a series of innovative, artist-led shows. Continue Reading
Amazon has hired Rocío Guerrero as its global head of Latin music. She will develop and lead Amazon Music’s growth strategy to expand into Latin audiences. Guerrero joins the company after time working at Warner Music Latin and Spotify. Continue Reading
Streaming audio service Deezer announced that it has partnered with Facebook’s Portal TV platform. Last fall, the social media company introduced a dedicated video calling device, and now has expanded its hardware efforts to include this smart TV. Continue Reading
Napster has entered a partnership with Super Hi-Fi, an artificial intelligence company that offers tools to improve audio transitions and customization. The parties will collaborate to provide businesses with personalized music listening experiences. Continue Reading
Cabana, the digital audio division of AdLarge Media, announced that it has signed a deal with Critical Frequency Network. Under this agreement, cabana will be Critical Frequency’s exclusive podcast ad sales representative. Continue Reading
Merlin has secured a licensing deal with up-and-coming streaming platform Boomplay Music. The streaming service serves listeners in Africa, with headquarters in Nigeria and ownership by China’s Transsnet Music Limited. Continue Reading
Westwood One, the audio network owned by Cumulus Media, has entered a podcasting partnership with the Associated Press. Under their arrangement, Westwood One will exclusively distribute, monetize, and market three of the AP’s podcasts. Continue Reading
Targetspot has entered a partnership with Radio France in support of the broadcaster’s public health campaign. Beginning in November, Radio France launched a geographically targeted health prevention campaign in its podcasts. Continue Reading
As podcasts secure bigger and more influential fan bases, shows and their creators have been able to land even more impressive deals. The latest is for Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, the brains behind My Favorite Murder. Continue Reading
Merlin, the independent label organization, is relocating its headquarters. The group, which has been centered in Amsterdam, is moving to Dublin in a corporate restructuring. Continue Reading