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Building the Next Era of Public Radio
Public radio is facing a historic turning point following the defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. While the challenges are serious, new data from the 2025 Techsurvey points to opportunities for reinvention, renewed support, and a more resilient future as broadcaster build next era of public radio.
What updated Spotify Terms mean for Artists, Labels: Chris Castle
Updated Spotify Terms of Use introduce a clear ban on third parties using its platform or content to train AI models, while explicitly allowing Spotify to use user data for its own features. When it comes to governance, licensing, and privacy, these new changes have significant implications for artists, developers, and rightsholders.
Where Are 2025’s Defining Cultural Moments?
As we pass the midpoint of the 2020s, the once-clear markers of cultural eras have become fragmented and harder to define. In this day and age life is shaped by algorithms and niche scenes, whereas iconic mainstream moments are now rare and often feel manufactured. Where are all of 2025’s defining cultural moments?
