Media Intelligence
Original media-intelligence analysis in this area — how the story was covered, compared and framed.
Editorial Independence in an Era of Concentrated Ownership
As ownership concentrates, newsrooms are formalising the firewalls and governance that protect editorial independence.
Regional Media and the Fight Against News Deserts
Regional outlets are experimenting with cooperatives, philanthropy and shared services to keep local reporting alive.
Covering Climate: How Newsrooms Report the Slow Emergency
Reporting a slow-moving, systemic story tests newsroom formats, sourcing and the very definition of what counts as news.
The Return of Email: Why Inboxes Beat Feeds
The inbox offers what algorithmic feeds cannot: a direct, owned relationship between newsroom and reader.
Aggregators, Apps, and the Battle for News Discovery
News aggregators and dedicated apps are reshaping how stories are found — and how much value flows back to publishers.
Media Literacy as a Competitive Advantage
Helping audiences read the news critically is becoming both a public good and a differentiator for trusted outlets.
Membership vs Advertising: The Great Revenue Rebalance
Media companies are recalibrating the mix of membership, subscriptions and advertising to build steadier, more independent revenue.
Synthetic Voices: AI Narration in the Newsroom
AI narration promises accessibility and scale for audio journalism — while raising new questions about disclosure and consent.
The Freelance Economy Behind Modern Journalism
A growing share of reporting is produced by freelancers and small collectives, reshaping how newsrooms commission and pay for work.
How Public Broadcasters Defend Their Mandate
Public-service media face funding pressure and political scrutiny even as their role in a healthy information ecosystem grows.