Public broadcasters create “Public Spaces Incubator”
Four public broadcasters are partnering to develop solutions to address increasingly toxic, polarized and unsafe online discourse.
Developing a website with public service at its core
Thai PBS launched a new website on October 10, 2022, which consolidates quality programs from 10 sub-sites in one place to provide users with access to comprehensive content.
Bangladesh: Proposed regulations leave press freedom in peril
There are fears proposed legislation exerting strict controls over online posts would present another threat to press freedom in Bangladesh.
BBC announces “digital first” strategy
In a speech to staff, the Director-General said the BBC would realign its services to become digital first, but also warned of future cuts.
Finland: Law amendment imposes restrictions on Yle textual content
The Finnish Parliament has approved an amendment to the Yle Act that imposes restrictions on its online textual content.
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UK regulator sets out plans to increase prominence of PSBs
Ofcom announces measures to help public broadcasters face “unprecedented pressure” of competition from streaming services and global media giants.
Developing Social Media Guidelines for media professionals in the Caribbean
Looking back at our recent social media workshop and meeting in Barbados, which will contribute to a set of social media guidelines for the Caribbean region.
New Zealand broadcasters face public funding shake-up
New Zealand on Air (NZOA), the body that provides funding for local television, radio and music programming, may soon change the way they distribute their money.