SAG-AFTRA Ratifies TV Animation Deal With Expanded AI Voice Protections
SAG-AFTRA members approved new TV animation contracts October 29. The deal expands digital-replica protections, with language-dubbing consent changes starting in 2027.
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LatestRadio Still Leads In-Car Audio, but Its Share Is Lower Among EV Users
Edison reports AM/FM takes 42% of in-car audio time among EV users versus 53% overall. The comparison does not establish why the gap exists.
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SAG-AFTRA Ratifies TV Animation Deal With Expanded AI Voice Protections
SAG-AFTRA members approved new TV animation contracts October 29. The deal expands digital-replica protections, with language-dubbing consent changes starting in 2027.
Eastlan Adds Jay Kelly and Tommy Ehrman to Client Support Team
Eastlan Ratings adds Jay Kelly and Tommy Ehrman to client training and support as it prepares for further market expansion.
Brian Gregory Named to Lead WCNC Charlotte and WFMY Greensboro
TEGNA names Brian Gregory president and general manager of WCNC and WFMY, succeeding Joan Barrett following her regional promotion.
Triton Reports Live AI-to-AI Audio Ad Buy—What Do Stations Control?
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Remembering Jacquie Stephens: A KJLH Journalist Who Served Los Angeles When It Mattered Most
Former KJLH colleagues Carl Nelson, Lee Michaels and Eric “Rico” Reed remember longtime journalist and public affairs leader Jacquie Stephens as an accomplished journalist, pioneering broadcaster and trusted voice whose legacy continues through the KJLH Women’s Health Forum.
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LatestFisher House Offers Free Veterans Day Programming to Radio Stations
Larry O’Connor hosts a three-hour Fisher House special for Veterans Day, with shorter versions available and no cash or barter requirement.
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Numeris plans December results for Radio Local+, combining listening research, streaming data and modeling. Buyers will need to understand each component.
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LatestAudioGo Adds Store-Visit Measurement—What Will Local Audio Advertisers Get?
AudioGo’s InMarket partnership adds offline measurement for audio campaigns. A separate agreement is required, and pricing and campaign results remain undisclosed.
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Spotify’s new native Audi app improves in-car access, but will it influence vehicle purchases—and what does it mean for Internet radio?