CEO Jennifer Witz Charts SiriusXM’s Future Post-Liberty Merger
Sirius XM Holdings Inc. has officially commenced operations as an independent public company following the closure of its transaction with Liberty Media. The merger, first disclosed in December, aims to streamline the satellite broadcaster's capital structure.
Telos Alliance and Super Hi-Fi Introduce AI-Powered LiveConnect
Telos Alliance and Super Hi-Fi have joined forces in a "technology partnership" centered around the new LiveConnect protocol. This cloud-based technology enables broadcasters to operate live radio shows from any location to any station.
Liberty Media and SiriusXM Set Final Details To Complete Merger
Liberty Media Corporation and Sirius XM Holdings Inc. have announced their final arrangements for the companies' strategic restructuring. This includes the redemptive split-off of Liberty Sirius XM Holdings Inc. into "New Sirius," offering one stock for the group.
Libsyn Forecasts Strong Fall Engagement for True Crime Podcasts
Libsyn predicts strong potential for True Crime, Sports, and Fiction podcasts this fall as the company releases its August 2024 Podcast Advertising Rates. The upcoming sports seasons also offer opportunities for advertisers to engage with the medium's involved listeners.
International Women’s Podcast Festival Unveils 2024 Speakers
The International Women's Podcast Festival has announced its first round of speakers ahead of this year's event. Slated for October 3 and 4 in Central London, the event aims to connect women in the fields of podcasting, audio, and broadcasting worldwide.
Skyview Networks and Playfly Sports Expand NCAA Football Deal
This football season, Skyview Networks will become the exclusive audio distribution, inventory management, and production partner for Penn State’s Nittany Lions and Virginia Tech’s Hokies through an extended partnership with Playfly Sports Properties.
SiriusXM 360L May Hit Tesla Dashboards Next
SiriusXM 360L streaming may soon be available in Tesla vehicles, according to a now-deleted post on SiriusXM Canada's website. Since the service is internet-based, newer Tesla models like the Cybertruck that lack satellite receivers will be able to access the service.
Spotify Defends Audiobook ‘Bundle’ in Court Over Royalty Row
Spotify has taken the next step in its legal battle with the Mechanical Licensing Collective over whether the streamer's audiobook offerings allow it to pay less in royalties to musical artists in a Motion to Dismiss, filed in US District Court.
SiriusXM Put Serious Stipulations On Alex Cooper’s $125M Deal
More information on Alex Cooper's $125 million deal with SiriusXM reveals stringent details around the high expectations of the contract. Under the terms of the contract, Cooper's responsibilities extend beyond hosting Call Her Daddy into network head territory.
Magellan AI Ranks July’s Heaviest Podcast Advertisers
As podcast revenue heads for a record year, July 2024 saw sizable increases in brand spend, even as global markets continued to see uncertainty. Magellan AI's latest monthly rankings check in on the sector's top spenders as well as the advertisers to watch.