The FCC is set to consider a comprehensive Report and Order aimed at modernizing radio and television regulations during its upcoming March open meeting. According to a fact sheet released by the commission, the proposed changes are designed to reflect…
AM/FM radio continues to deliver a strong return on investment for advertisers, according to the latest Audio Today 2026 report from Nielsen. The data reveals that radio provides a weighted return of $2.00 for every dollar spent, outperforming video, television,…
The Copyright Royalty Board has officially approved new settlement agreements regarding the webcasting of sound recordings. These settlements, which include a major agreement with the NAB, establish the royalty rates that commercial broadcasters will pay for streaming their signals from…
A shift in the 50-plus demographic is creating new opportunities for community-focused radio advertisers. Research released this week indicates that as AI-generated and automated content becomes more prevalent online, many older adults are returning to local “brick-and-mortar” media for accountability.…
Townsquare Media, a company focused primarily on radio stations in smaller and mid-sized markets, has released its financial performance data for the end of 2025. The report indicates a significant 9.6% drop in total net revenue for the fourth quarter…
Broadcasters are facing a direct warning regarding their content and license renewals. The FCC chairman took to social media over the weekend to caution station owners about the potential for losing their broadcast permits. The chairman stated that when stations…
