June 13 webinar: The Impact of Generative AI on the Newspaper Industry |
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Tuesday, June 13
1 p.m. EDT | Noon CDT
11 a.m. MDT | 10 a.m. PDT
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Chat GPT brought generative AI into the limelight when it hit 1 million users in five days. But what is generative AI and how will this technology impact the newspaper industry?
Join Seyfarth attorneys Steve Poor and Puya Partow-Navid who will scratch the surface on this complex area. While there are more questions than answers at this point, topics will cover the basics of artificial intelligence, the key intellectual property issues involved and emerging issues in the regulatory area. The presenters also will offer suggestions on ways to utilize this evolving technology, including solutions to protect yourselves.
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Monday, June 5: Rise of the Independent Worker |
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Monday, June 5
2 p.m. EDT | 1 p.m. CDT |
Noon MDT | 11 a.m. PDT
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There are over 60 million independent workers in the United States, making up a diverse group, spanning different geographies, education levels, incomes and industries. How can you address talent shortages in your organization and find the critical talent you need by tapping into this pool of contract workers, self-employed individuals, temporary and "on-call" workers, and those who rely on online apps for "gig" work?
Camille Olson, a partner with Seyfarth and a member of the America's Newspapers board of directors, is one of the presenters for this webinar.
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America's Newspapers and News/Media Alliance applaud California State Assembly for passing California Journalism Preservation Act |
The California Journalism Preservation Act (CJPA, AB 886) passed out of the California State Assembly yesterday in a floor vote of 46-6. The bill, which was introduced by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland) in March, would require Big Tech platforms such as Facebook and Google to pay news publishers a “journalism usage fee” to use the content of eligible digital journalism providers, as defined in the bill.
Dean Ridings, CEO of America's Newspapers, said: "We applaud the efforts of Assemblymember Buffy Wicks and the California State Assembly in passing the California Journalism Preservation Act. This bill will begin to address the inequity of Big Tech’s use of local newspapers' content without compensation. Assemblymember Wicks got it right when she said that 'a free press is in our constitution, and it is at risk right now. That is what this bill is about.' The California Journalism Preservation Act is an important step forward in leveling the playing field for local newspapers."
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News/Media Alliance announces new president and CEO: Danielle Coffey |
The News/Media Alliance has selected Danielle Coffey as its new president and chief executive officer. Coffey, who previously served as the Alliance’s executive vice president and general counsel, began in her new role on June 1.
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Decorated investigative journalist Mark Greenblatt named new executive editor at ASU’s Howard Center |
Mark Greenblatt, an award-winning investigative journalist for Scripps News, will take over as executive editor of the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
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Join your colleagues July 18-19 at the Family & Independent Owners summer meeting |
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The Family & Independent Owners meeting is a unique opportunity to gather and collaborate with other newspaper families that have similar business organizations, challenges and opportunities.
This meeting promises to be a fun, can’t miss chance to gather with other executives to hear what’s working and what needs to change.
Cameron Nutting Williams, president of America’s Newspapers and CRO of Ogden Newspapers, will be hosting the group at PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. In addition to meeting with other family owners, attendees will see the Pirates in action on Tuesday night, July 18.
The Family & Independent Owners Meeting is dedicated to the most relevant topics for independently owned organizations. Topics for this meeting include:
- What's Your Newspaper Worth? Case studies on the value of local organizations and how to maximize value.
- The Value of Independently Owned Newspapers to Your Community. How to leverage your value to local advertisers and business partners.
- Broadening Your Platform. Strategies for diversification, what's working and the challenges.
- Managing Family Dynamics. Candid discussions on managing family transitions.
- And more!
The Family & Independent Owners meeting is intended for owners and family members directly involved in the newspaper organization of independently owned newspapers. The C-Suite/Senior Executive/Publisher of these newspapers can also be invited to attend by the organization’s owner to represent the company.
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Reasons Americans read/use local news |
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Seventy-nine percent of Americans read/use local news "to stay informed" about their cities, counties and communities.
Other top reasons:
To feel connected to my community — 39%
To decide where I stand on local issues — 35%
Find places and things to do — 34%
Like to talk with people about things happening in the community — 30%
Find it enjoyable/entertaining — 28%
To be a better citizen — 25%
View this and more from the Local Newspaper Study conducted by Coda Ventures for America's Newspapers and order customized sales sheets that will help you reach potential advertisers in your local market.
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Share your news with us for the next issue of our newsletter — executive and staff appointments, as well as news about innovations, new print or digital products, etc. We want to highlight the good things your newspaper is doing!
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America's Newspapers calendar |
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