AI Executive Order May Have FCC and States on Collision Course
A new Executive Order from President Donald Trump is sparking a new clash between the White House, state governments, and federal regulators that could reshape how radio manages AI-generated content, political ads, and synthetic voices in 2026 and beyond.
Programmatic Audio to Capture $1.2B as Advertiser Access Grows
New forecasts point to accelerating programmatic automation and advertiser access across audio in 2025 and beyond, as the $36 billion US programmatic market expands and major tech platforms position themselves as partners to traditional radio and its digital offerings.
Cumulus Claims Fear Of Nielsen Retaliation Is Silencing Witnesses
The CEO of Nielsen's chief rival in radio audience measurement is set to testify today in federal court as part of Cumulus Media’s antitrust case against Nielsen, as the broadcaster claims other key witnesses are afraid to testify, citing fears of retaliation.
Radio Demonized In One-Sided Music Fairness Debate In DC
What was billed as a hearing centered around fairness was anything but, as the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee’s hearing on the American Music Fairness Act gave supporters free rein while repeatedly silencing broadcasters trying to explain the industry’s realities.
Inner Banks’ Hinton to Defend Local Radio At Senate AMFA Debate
With the music industry pressing for new performance royalties and Congress nearing year’s end, radio is mounting yet another full-force defense on Capitol Hill. The National Association of Broadcasters is sending one of its own to the front lines to fight for radio.
Understanding The Science Behind What Makes a Radio Ad Stick
Radio’s power as an ad medium is undeniable. But what makes a message truly move a listener isn’t just creativity; it’s psychology. Now, a marketer and behavioral science author is unpacking the hidden words and messages behind great radio ads.
Public Radio Lawsuit Over NPR Funding Faces DOJ Pushback
Three local public radio organizations locked in a legal clash with the Trump administration say the President's order cutting federal funds to NPR has left them fearful of punishment for maintaining ties to the organization, a claim the Department of Justice says is "unripe."
AMFA Supporters Trying Last-Minute Royalty Hike Strategy In DC
With a dozen working days left on the 2025 Capitol Hill calendar, American Music Fairness Act supporters are renewing their crusade to force AM/FM radio to pay more performance royalties, even if it means denying the public free access to emergency information.
Radio’s Festive Flippers See Early 40% Audience Gain Across US
As Thanksgiving officially kicked off the holiday season last week, it was radio that enjoyed the feast as sleigh bells brought listeners back in force. Stations from Biloxi to LA that flipped to all-Holiday formats saw huge in-car audience spikes across 15 US markets.
How You Can Give Back to Radio This Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a powerful opportunity to support the organizations that preserve radio’s legacy, uplift colleagues in need, and invest in its future. Radio Ink invites you to learn more about and give back to the groups that sustain our industry's spirit.
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