BuzzFeed, Google and AI: Media News Recap for May
We’re recapping May’s big media news headlines, including new industry research and media launches.
Category: Week in Review
Acquisitions, Audio and AI: Media News Recap for April
We’re recapping April’s big media news headlines, including local media initiatives and several outlet acquisitions.
Cadbury’s Bunny Tryouts Winner, NASA’s Eclipse Plans, Boeing’s Management Changes | This Week on PR Newswire
Among this week’s big press releases: last-minute Easter gifts and United’s expanded overhead bins.
Media Insider: Karlie Kloss Revives Life Magazine, Splinter Relaunches, Gannett Reduces Debt
Also in this week’s media news roundup: watchdog groups sign letter demanding Meta keep CrowdTangle, FT’s US journalists in dispute over raises.
Famine in Gaza is ‘Imminent,’ Sesame Street Releases Mental Health PSA, Cisco Acquires Splunk | This Week on PR Newswire
Among this week’s big press releases: Basketball fans’ snacking habits and a Kentucky Derby style guide.
Media Insider: Gannett and McClatchy Cut Back on AP Services, Sports Illustrated to Remain in Print
Also in this week’s media news roundup: Trump sues ABC and George Stephanopoulos for defamation.
‘Shrek 2’ Re-Release, New Keurig Innovation, RBG Leadership Awards | This Week on PR Newswire
Among this week’s big press releases: Crown Royal releases a blackberry whisky and The Home Depot blends DIY with March Madness.
Media Insider: AP Launches E-commerce Site, Deadspin Staff Laid Off, House Votes to Ban TikTok
Also in this week’s media news roundup: WSJ union files grievance over layoffs, a chain of radio stations is launching online newspapers in 18 markets.
Media Insider: LinkedIn Doubles Down on News, NTWRK Folds Into Complex, WBUR Weighs Job Cuts
Also in this week’s media news roundup: a spate of mock news sites with Russian ties have pop up in the U.S.; Wikipedia downgrades CNET’s reliability rating due to its AI-generated content
Bronx Med School Goes Tuition-Free, Eggo Unveils ‘Pancake House’ | This Week on PR Newswire
Among this week’s big press releases: Consumer confidence dipped in February and LG is partnering with Meta on XR tech.
Media Insider: FT Launches Venture Arm, OpenAI Says New York Times ‘Hacked’ ChatGPT
Also in this week’s media news roundup: The Supreme Court heard arguments in pivotal First Amendment cases.
Capital One to Buy Discover, TIME Names 2024 Women of the Year, WcDonald’s Debuts | This Week on PR Newswire
Among this week’s big press releases: Beyoncé releases a haircare line and Pepsi and Shaq release a new Reebok shoe.
Media Insider: New York Times Plans AI Ad Tool, Local News Initiative Expands, BuzzFeed Sells Complex
Also in this week’s media news roundup: An ad tech company makes the case for directing ad dollars to reliable news sources.
Spring Break Travel Trends, Target’s New In-Store Brand | This Week on PR Newswire
Among this week’s big press releases: Bruno Mars debuts The Pinky Ring in Vegas and Chrysler unveils a new concept EV.
Media Insider: More Industry Layoffs, Slate Reports its Best Year
Also in this week’s media news roundup: CBS News Digital staff votes to unionize, Daily Beast Confider newsletter on hiatus.
Big Game Ads and Snacks, Forbes Travel Guide Awards | This Week on PR Newswire
Also among the week’s big press releases: America’s most romantic restaurants and Wilson’s 3D-printed basketball.
Media Insider: Media Giants to Launch Sports Streamer, Semafor Partners with Microsoft on AI
Also in this week’s media news roundup: Bluesky, an X competitor, is now open for the public the join.
KFC Smash’d Potato Bowls, Lowe’s App for Apple Vision Pro, January Job Report | This Week on PR Newswire
Also among the week’s big press releases: A team of explorers believe they found Amelia Earhart’s airplane.
Media Insider: WSJ Plans Layoffs, New York Times Explores AI in the Newsroom
Also in this week’s media recap: Sports Illustrated draws interest from two bidders and The Eugene Weekly resumes printing.
Dolly’s Food Line, Bloomberg’s AI for Earnings, Milk’s Women-First Marathon | This Week on PR Newswire
Also among the week’s big press releases: new wellness products at Target and Match.com’s Singles in America report.
