Cheat Sheet: BuzzFeed will go public via SPAC IPO to fuel acquisitions, the first one being Complex Networks

BuzzFeed is coming for digital media companies, fueled by a SPAC IPO and the acquisition of Complex Networks. The post Cheat Sheet: BuzzFeed will go public via SPAC IPO to fuel acquisitions, the first one being Complex Networks appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at 'Digiday'

[ Digiday | 2021-06-25 04:01:00 UTC ]
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It’s surprisingly easy to make government records public on Google Books

While working on a recent story about hate speech spread by telephone in the ’60s and ’70s, I came across an interesting book that had been digitized by Google Books. Unfortunately, while it was a transcript of a Congressional hearing, and therefore should be in the public domain and not subject... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2018-04-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The Whisper Network finds its voice in slew of big-money deals

Sphere fiction publisher Catherine Burke has pre-empted The Whisper Network in a major deal, just 24 hours after submission. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-04-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Amazon and Brexit fuel territoriality fears

The increased visibility of international editions on Amazon’s Global Store is fuelling fears that the retailer’s approach is incompatible with local rights-based publishing. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-04-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Brown makes first acquisition for Trapeze

Katie Brown has made her first acqusition for Trapeze, a debut "up lit" novel by Lia Louis, acquired at auction. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-04-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Publication of algorithm investigation brought forward after Cambridge Analytica scandal

Following recent news reports into the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Bloomsbury Sigma is bringing forward the publication of an investigation into how algorithms control our lives by leading mathematical modeler, David Sumpter. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-03-28 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Ruth Jones | 'We all have a public face that we put on, some people are better at it than others'

In her début novel, actress and screenwriter Ruth Jones explores infidelity, messy relationships and second chances. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-03-28 00:00:00 UTC ]
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In revolt of California sanctuary law, O.C. Sheriff's Department makes inmate release dates public

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department on Monday made the release dates of jail inmates — including those in the country illegally — publicly available online, marking the latest local revolt against California’s so-called sanctuary laws. Undersheriff Don Barnes said the action is in response to... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2018-03-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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New Projects Fuel Sustainability at Chelsea Green

From the content of their books to the paper they print on, Chelsea Green Publishing is known for its focus on sustainability—and they're only getting better, and faster, at it. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Poland’s Ebook and Audiobook Subscription Service Legimi Plans IPO for International Expansion

Announcing an IPO on the Warsaw Stock Exchange's NewConnect index for this year, Poland's Legimi ebook and audiobook subscription pursues development in Germany, China. The post Poland’s Ebook and Audiobook Subscription Service Legimi Plans IPO for International Expansion appeared first on... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BuzzFeed’s Jonah Peretti: Platforms need to pay publishers or risk regulation

The CEO of BuzzFeed sees Facebook returning to its roots -- and thinks that’s not a bad thing for BuzzFeed. The post BuzzFeed’s Jonah Peretti: Platforms need to pay publishers or risk regulation appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

[ Digiday | 2018-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Nancy Dubuc exits A+E Networks to join Vice Media as chief executive

Nancy Dubuc has been named chief executive of Vice Media, the millennial-focused digital content company. Vice announced the appointment Tuesday, a day after Dubuc said she was leaving her role as chief of A+E Networks. Dubuc is succeeding Shane Smith, Vice’s freewheeling founder, who will become... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2018-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Apple Buys Into Magazine Media with Texture Acquisition

What's next for the "Netflix of magazines?" The post Apple Buys Into Magazine Media with Texture Acquisition appeared first on Folio:. Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2018-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Children's Books in China 2018: China Children’s Press & Publication Group

This publishing house is embarking on a major, and unique, transformation of its publishing program and editorial mind-set. For president Li Xueqian of CCPPG, current changes in the industry demand an aggressive move. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BuzzFeed's Latest Sub-Brand, As/Is, Will Focus on Body Positivity

BuzzFeed's newest spin-off brand, As/Is, is debuting Tuesday to cover beauty and style with a focus on body positivity and celebrating individuality.As/Is is the latest effort by BuzzFeed to find new revenue models through lifestyle brands that not only generate content, but experiences and... Continue reading at Advertising Age

[ Advertising Age | 2018-03-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Professional Networking in Turkey: Apply for Istanbul’s Literature Festival Fellowship Program

A three-day program for international professionals in publishing, the Istanbul International Literature Festival runs May 2 through 6 this year, and has extended the deadline for applications. The post Professional Networking in Turkey: Apply for Istanbul’s Literature Festival Fellowship... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-03-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Europe asks social networks to remove terrorist content within an hour

The European Commission published new guidelines for social networks today and among them is a request for these sites to remove reported terrorist content within one hour. In 2016, the Commission called for Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Microsoft t... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2018-03-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Layoffs Continue at Hearst Magazines After Rodale Acquisition

At least 50 more employees have been let go as the integration continues, per sources. The post Layoffs Continue at Hearst Magazines After Rodale Acquisition appeared first on Folio:. Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2018-02-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bloomberg’s Twitter network TicToc is getting 750,000 daily views

Along with platforms like Snapchat and Apple News, Twitter has an opportunity to cozy up to publishers where Facebook has disappointed them. The post Bloomberg’s Twitter network TicToc is getting 750,000 daily views appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

[ Digiday | 2018-01-26 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BuzzFeed Will Get a Taste of the Chinese Market in a Deal With a Local Media Giant

A few years ago BuzzFeed Inc. posted a picture of a cocktail dress online and asked readers what colors they saw.The photo triggered a raging debate about colors and racked up millions of views for the online publisher. But one question gnawed at BuzzFeed's bosses: how the picture went viral in... Continue reading at Advertising Age

[ Advertising Age | 2018-01-26 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BuzzFeed's Tasty Wades Deeper Into Print

The vertical that the online news site built on viral cooking videos had an unexpected bestseller after publishing its first book print-on demand. Now the question is: How do you bring a definitionally digital brand to the page? Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-01-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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