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20
Nov
Happy Thanksgiving! As we gather to celebrate this season of gratitude and community, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we share stories and connect with readers. Today, we’re showcasing the versatility and visual appeal of our NextGen gallery plugin through a series of imaginative Thanksgiving images created with a dash of AI. To learn how you can showcase your stories, check out our walkthrough on using NextGen Gallery. Image Slideshow
3
Nov
The rise of artificial intelligence in search engines is a game-changer for news publishers. Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) is a clear indicator that AI’s role in content dissemination is growing. While this presents challenges, it also opens up a realm of strategic possibilities. This blog post aims to expand on specific strategies that publishers can implement to mitigate the potential negative impacts on their traffic and to thrive in […]
27
Oct
Our-Hometown has been collaborating with a new customer, Main Street Media of Tennessee, on consolidating their 17 individual newspaper websites into a single, multi-publication online presence. This process included custom development for managing the publication content, custom user roles, article templates, plus a major expansion of our Reverse Publishing feature set. As we went through the process, it was a massive undertaking, probably a bigger undertaking than I anticipated it […]
19
Oct
Today I traveled up I-15N from Salt Lake to Brigham City, UT for a visit with Casey at Box Elder News Journal. My first objective was to put a face to the name. Casey Claybaugh, who’s been the publisher of the paper since 2009, switched to OHT in the middle of the COVID shutdown, so I wasn’t doing any in-person onboarding. But I knew someday I would find an opportunity […]
18
Oct
Introduction Adobe Express continues to evolve as the premier AI-powered creative platform, integrating new features that simplify and enhance all aspects of digital content creation. The latest release introduces generative AI capabilities and enhancements like Generative Fill, and Text to Template that remove creative barriers and streamline workflows. In this post, we’ll explore how to utilize these new tools to work faster, smarter, and more intuitively. We’ll also take a […]
10
Oct
In the digital age, the symbiotic relationship between social media platforms and news websites has crafted a narrative of interconnected growth and mutual benefit. Platforms like Facebook and Twitter/X have long served as significant traffic conduits, channeling curious readers to news websites. However, as the digital landscape evolves, a noticeable shift is occurring in this erstwhile robust relationship. Recent trends depict a significant decline in social media referrals to newspaper […]
4
Oct
Kevin shares what he learned while critiquing papers in Colorado The following is a guest post contributed by our friend and partner, Kevin Slimp! A funny thing happened to me in Denver a few days ago while I was in town to speak at the Colorado Press Association Convention. I had just finished my fourth presentation of the weekend. The topic was “Designing a Better Newspaper.” Most of the folks […]
30
Aug
The following is a Guest Column contributed by our friend and colleague Kevin Slimp ahead of our September webinar, “Combining the Power of Photoshop & InDesign” on the 15th! Younger readers might not know what I’m writing about when I mention Facebook “memories.” Still, most of you are familiar with those daily reminders that pop up each morning to remind you of what you were doing one, two, or even […]
28
Aug
Introduction The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about a myriad of opportunities and challenges, especially for newspaper publishers who are increasingly moving their operations online. One of the most pressing issues is the protection of copyrighted content from AI web crawlers like OpenAI’s GPTBot. In this blog post, we’ll explore the current landscape, how publishers are responding, and what you can do to safeguard your content. The Current […]
21
Aug
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) shapes industries and drives innovation, intellectual property (IP) policies are at the forefront of national security, economic growth, and technological leadership. The recent lawsuits involving authors and digital artists suing tech developers over generative AI technology highlight the complexities and challenges in this field. National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence Executives and academic leaders of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence (NSCAI) […]
