Products Get Smaller, Faster, Easier to Use
DJB Radio was founded in 1995 with what was then a DOS-based radio automation system. Led since 2012 by automation innovator Ron Paley, its lineup now includes award-winning automation, logging and content retrieval software offerings. Adam Robinson is the vice president of corporate operations of DJB and former operations manager and director of engineering and […]
iHeart, NPR Have Their Prints All Over Podtrac Rankings
The latest rankings from Podtrac demonstrate the continued strong role in the U.S. podcasting space that is played by companies with radio roots.In the chart for September 2021, seen below, iHeartMedia and NPR have by far the most US unique monthly audience, global streams and downloads among publishers that use Podtrac’s free measurement system for […]
Cumulus Promotes Conrad Trautmann
Conrad Trautmann has been promoted to chief technology officer at Cumulus Media. “A member of Cumulus’ executive leadership team, Trautmann reports directly to Mary Berner, president and chief executive officer,” the company stated. “He previously served as SVP, technology & operations for the company.” Trautmann holds one of the U.S. radio industry’s top engineering jobs, […]
FCC Disaster NPRM Discusses Backup Power Requirements
The latest NPRM from the FCC could ultimately lead to a new expense for U.S. radio and TV broadcasters that don’t already have backup power at their transmission sites. The commission has launched a notice of proposed rulemaking to improve the reliability and resiliency of communications networks during disasters. It also wants better situational awareness […]
Atmosphere Launches Atmosphere News for Out-Of-Home TV Market
Atmosphere News will offer short form content and will be initially be in 14,000 retail locations including restaurants, bars, gyms, hotels and doctor’s offices
DirecTV Stream to Add PBS Stations
DirecTV Stream will begin offering local PBS stations later this year
Marshall Unveils CV605 Entry Level PTZ Camera
Cost-effective HD60 IP camera solution features ultra-wide 85° lens with 5X optical zoom
Globecast, Gravity Media Partner On Production, Connectivity Services
The combined offering will help broadcasters covering next year’s World Cup
FCC Begins Mid-Band Spectrum Auction
Auction 110 seeks bids for licenses in the 3.45 GHz band that are important for 5G and other next generation wireless services
DW Has Shortwave Service to Afghanistan
Getty Images – Devgnor Deutsche Welle recently launched shortwave radio service for Afghanistan. It broadcasts daily radio programs in the Dari and Pashto languages. “In Afghanistan, media diversity and free access to independent information are under acute threat,” said Director General of DW Peter Limbourg in an announcement on the DW website. [Read: Using […]