ARD and ZDF are expanding their media libraries into a common streaming network
Press Release: The ARD and ZDF are developing a joint streaming network of their media libraries. In the future, it will allow users to find ZDF content in the ARD Mediathek and vice versa.
How are German public broadcasters responding to the rejection of the licence fee increase?
German public broadcasters have had to adjust financial plans and implement cost-cutting measures to make up for the shortfall in funding.
Licence fee increase for German public broadcasters rejected
Plans to increase the licence fee for German public broadcasters, ARD, ZDF and Deutschlandradio have been cancelled, despite financial pressures.
Easing lockdown: Public media’s roadmap to resuming production
As lockdown restrictions continue to ease across some parts of the world, many industries are starting to reopen. A return to content production is also taking place. But what might this ‘new normal’ look like for public media?
Global Call Out: COVID-19 takes its toll on independent media
It is essential that citizens have access to accurate, timely and independent news and information during crises and emergencies. Yet despite the current pandemic, journalists and media outlets face mounting threats in fulfilling this critical role.
Coronavirus and local public media
Democracy relies on quality journalism and no more so than at the local level, particularly during crises and emergencies.