6-18-26

Edison Research releases new data on smart speakers.

The latest consumer tracking data from Edison Research reveals that in-home smart speaker adoption has officially stabilized, shifting consumer listening habits toward digital streams of local broadcast signals. According to the quarterly report, over one-third of adult listeners now regularly…

Broadcasters lobby FCC to erase ownership caps.

High-level executives from prominent commercial radio groups are holding direct discussions with regulatory leadership to demand the complete elimination of local market station limits. In separate ex parte sessions with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and Media Bureau leadership, Cumulus Media…

Benztown launches free America 250 audio pack.

Benztown, a global leader in radio imaging, voiceover, programming, podcasting and jingles, is offering its free America 250 Audio Pack to help stations celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The special Fourth of July package includes 25 patriotic…

Podcast ad skippers still act on commercials.

A comprehensive study from YouGov tracking consumer engagement across audio media platforms shows that digital audio campaigns remain highly effective even when audiences attempt to tune out. Data collected from more than one thousand three hundred media consumers reveals that…

State broadcasters seek federal deepfake regulation.

Every state broadcasters association across the country has aligned behind a comprehensive legislative effort to protect local media from the dangers of artificial intelligence. This includes all fifty state organizations alongside representation from Washington DC and Puerto Rico. The group…