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How (and why) RNZ used AI to recreate a dead man’s voice

Should PSM use AI to recreate the voices of those who can no longer speak? RNZ examined its core mission: giving voice to the voiceless.

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Trust and Tech: Where should RNZ draw the line on AI?

Artificial intelligence is everywhere, but RNZ is considering carefully how it should use these tools — and where to draw the line.

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RNZ: the challenge to serve many audiences

An internal report casts a shadow on the performance of RNZ and its strategy and recent reforms to reach different audiences.

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RNZ CEO on next steps in ever-changing media landscape

To stay relevant in a rapidly changing media landscape, RNZ must keep adapting to evolving audience habits, writes its CEO. 

Cuts implemented, threatened, and rejected | The PMA Briefing

American public media announce cuts; Czech public media is threatened with a funding drop; Swiss public media gets a boost.

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RNZ & SR turn 100. Their gift? Make savings

RNZ & SR are celebrating 100 years in 2025. But their reward for reaching this milestone? Both were given budget cuts on the same day.

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RNZ publishes audience research on trust

RNZ conducted a trust-focused audience survey to track performance against its Charter, revealing an increase in public trust.

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Submission on New Zealand Media Reform Discussion Document

In March, PMA responded to the New Zealand Ministry of Culture and Heritage on the Media Reform Discussion Document. 

RNZ celebrates 100 years – where to now?

As New Zealand's public service broadcaster celebrates 100 years, RNZ chief executive Paul Thompson looks to the future, announcing eight new scholarships.

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Hope for public media funding? | The PMA Briefing

VRT gets a €20 million boost, US Congress approves funding, and is the long-ailing SABC about to turn a corner towards profitability?