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Acast posts strong growth amid continued listener decline from iOS update 26 Jul 2024

The drop in number of listens was attributed to Apple’s iOS 17 update that changed how podcasts are downloaded on mobiles. 

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Tubi encourages people to take back their time as it makes UK debut 25 Jul 2024

The platform’s UK launch campaign focused on environments that nurture escapism as well as “disruptive channels”.

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Spotify plans more tailored subscription offerings 23 Jul 2024

Expanded subscription and content offerings, combined with lower churn despite consecutive price increases, have contributed to continued growth.

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UKTV launches U masterbrand with ‘biggest-ever’ campaign starring Cher 16 Jul 2024

A 60-second TV ad with Cher making surprise appearances in different programmes will run on ITV, Channel 4 and Sky. 

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Watch: Advertiser fear is damaging creativity in media — Acast head of sales 15 Jul 2024

The podcast publisher’s global head of advertising, Joe Copeman, discusses the industry’s big themes this summer.

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Stories that mattered this week: A new culture secretary, Ofcom rulings and streamer consolidation 11 Jul 2024

Reporter Ella Sagar and deputy editor Maria Iu look at the stories that mattered most in media and advertising this week.

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Ofcom delays launch of BBC Radio 2 ‘pop nostalgia’ service 10 Jul 2024

The regulator has blocked one of three proposed BBC spin-off stations on BBC Sounds.

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Is it time to cut back on ‘junk media’? 09 Jul 2024

Everyone accepts that ultra-processed food — otherwise known as junk food — is bad for us. As audiences or advertisers, are we prepared to accept that ultra-processed media is bad for us, too, asks the editor.

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Industry trade bodies react to new government 05 Jul 2024

Sustainable business growth, regulatory certainty and investment in talent should be some of the top priorities for the new government.