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Articles involving radio, including broadcast companies and industry trends.
Audacy to bring sports talk, news stations to SiriusXM
Nearly four dozen Audacy sports and news stations are making their way to SiriusXM's platforms, with a handful of sports-focused stations coming to the traditional satellite service.
Skyview Networks makes internal promotions, hires ex-ESPN exec in operational reorganization
Skyview Networks has reorganized its senior leadership team as part of a broader effort to improve operational coordination and accelerate growth.
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BIA: Large radio station owners become sellers to address debt
Larger broadcasters including Audacy and Cumulus Media are selling selected stations as they reduce debt and redirect investment toward digital businesses.
Radio news outlets lacked national reporting on Senator Lindsey Graham’s death
Affiliates of ABC News Radio received no national news updates on Senator Lindsey Graham's passing until hours after his death was announced, sources said.
NPR says “misunderstanding” led to erroneous report on Samuel Alito’s retirement
A spokesperson for NPR said the report was based on a "misunderstanding," and the author will appear on radio later in the day to explain the issue.a
iHeartMedia begins fresh round of layoffs in radio business
iHeartMedia has begun a company-wide programming realignment tied to technology investments and a new cost-reduction initiative.
Stingray expands pact with National Bank of Canada, will power digital signage
Stingray will also take over National Bank's digital signage operations across Canada and at Natbank locations in Florida.
Stingray launches pop-up activations in Toronto, Vancouver tied to World Cup
Stingray is serving as BMO’s primary technology partner, overseeing software development, engineering, deployment and technical support.
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CBS News Radio VP Harvey Nagler to receive Lifetime Leadership Award
Harvey Nagler will receive a Lifetime Leadership Award for his work at CBS Radio News.
Xperi hires Kevin Greenwald from Audacy for VP, Broadcast Products role
At Xperi, Greenwald will be responsible for guiding the evolution of products and services designed for radio broadcasters and advertisers, with a focus on innovation, monetization and audience engagement.
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iHeartMedia’s corporate office in Texas listed for sale
The San Antonio office building that has served as iHeartMedia’s corporate headquarters for more than two decades has been listed for sale by its current owner.
NAB urges FCC to open AM radio band to more stations
The proposal would allow more broadcasters to apply for licenses in the extended AM radio ban, possibly supporting new community and foreign language outlets.
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