ITunes Radio Looks Abroad; Keep That Political File Current
RWI October 2013 Digital Edition What do English-speaking expats in Brussels listen to? What was said at the Next Radio conference? Can DAB be done on-the-cheap? The answers to these questions and much more can be found in the digital version of the latest Radio World International.
Top Stories - 10.08.13
Apple iTunes Radio Heading Overseas It looks like the first stops in the iTunes Radio world tour will be Canada and the United Kingdom. Apple has deals with music publishers in those countries, which should ease migration.
An Insider's View of NAB Show By Photographer Adam Shane Connect 2 Media & Entertainment features a mix of tech content, conversation and curation. Here: For nearly a week each April, the Las Vegas Convention Center is transformed into a mini-city. Connect 2 Media & Entertainment challenged its photographer to present a unique perspective.
Around the Industry
IIA Report: Time to Begin Full IP Transition (B&C) The Internet Innovation Alliance, a telecom and Internet provider industry group, argues that old-fashioned copper communications account for only 5 percent, so a move to total IP telephony is warranted.
Proposal for Native Radio Station in Saskatoon Draws Fire (CBC) In Saskatchewan a proposal by two commercial broadcasters to develop a radio station devoted to the aboriginal population has come under criticism. Critics say the broadcasters merely want to tie up the airwaves and keep competitors out.
How Spotify Engineered the New Music Economy (Mashable) No one is getting rich off of Spotify royalties, this article notes, but some musicians are getting money and exposure. Spotify is promising to increase royalty payments.