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Is AI a threat to journalism or its saviour?

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AI was all the talk of the NAB Show in New York, as networks debate the future monetisation of the TV industry.

Ticker Founder and CEO Ahron Young appeared on the headline panel at the TV2025 Conference at the NAB Show in New York today, addressing an enthusiastic audience on the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in transforming modern newsrooms and sales strategies within the television industry.

Young’s insight into the revolutionary integration of AI in news content highlighted its growing role in curating personalised content as well as creating more targeted sales approaches and expanding client reach.

Drawing from Ticker’s success story since its inception in 2019, he illustrated the power of strategic innovation in scaling media startups into influential players in the digital news space.

The panel, also featuring esteemed executives such as Jennifer Donohue from Disney, Tom Sly from Scripps, Sonali Pathak from NBCUniversal, and Adam Ostrow from TEGNA, delved into the prospects of FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) platforms and AVOD (Advertising-Based Video On Demand) in the ongoing evolution of global digital news outreach.

Speaking at the session, Ahron Young remarked, “The future of the television industry hinges on our adaptability and our willingness to embrace technologies like AI. FAST platforms represent the next frontier in content consumption. AI is proving to be an important tool for journalists and allows us to version our original content across multiple platforms seamlessly.

As an industry dealing with burnout and audience fatigue, AI allows our newsrooms to implement technology as a solution. Having said that, we must safeguard the important role of journalists, original content creators, as well as human ideas.”

“At Ticker, we’ve recognised this wave of change, and we continue to experiment with and implement technologies that help us to grow.”

Young was part of the TVNewsCheck panel at the NAB Show at the Javits Convention Centre in New York.

The discussion was part of a comprehensive program focusing on the dynamic transformations within the television sector. Young’s journey with Ticker, especially amid the unpredictable media landscape, served as an example of forward-thinking strategies and resilience in the face of industry upheavals and headwinds.

“Being here at the NAB Show, thousands of kilometres from home, it’s clear how important it is for our industry to discuss and share examples of change. Some of the biggest and oldest media companies are now sitting alongside startups like Ticker, discussing and debating the way forward,” Young said.

“These discussions lay the groundwork for the future of our industry, and contributing to that is both an honour and a necessity,” Young concluded.

The NAB Show New York continues to be a melting pot of ideas, with industry leaders and influencers coming together to chart the future course of the television industry.

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Aussie job market defies expectations with stable 4.1% unemployment rate

Australia’s unemployment held at 4.1% in May amid job loss; full-time roles surged, underemployment fell, and female participation rose to 60.9%, keeping RBA cautious despite rate cut speculation.

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Australia’s unemployment held at 4.1% in May amid job loss; full-time roles surged, underemployment fell, and female participation rose to 60.9%, keeping RBA cautious despite rate cut speculation.


Australia’s unemployment rate held firm at 4.1% in May, despite a small drop of 2,500 jobs—falling short of forecasts.

But dig deeper: full-time jobs jumped by nearly 39,000, underemployment hit post-COVID lows, and female participation reached a record 60.9%.

With labour market resilience still strong, the Reserve Bank is unlikely to be swayed—though markets see an 80% chance of a July rate cut.

The RBA remains in a balancing act, cooling inflation, without choking growth.

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Central banks struggle with economic uncertainty and rates

Central banks face challenges amid economic uncertainty, impacting policy decisions and investor confidence worldwide.

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Central banks face challenges amid economic uncertainty, impacting policy decisions and investor confidence worldwide.

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Central banks are grappling with economic uncertainty, prompting various interest rate cuts globally to stimulate growth. Many central banks, including those in Norway, Sweden, and Japan, are adjusting rates in response to inflation and trade concerns, while others like the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England are considering future cuts.

Central banks are facing significant uncertainty concerning economic growth and inflation, making their policy decisions increasingly challenging as they approach the end of their rate-cutting cycles.

This uncertainty is also impacting investors. Recently, Norway’s central bank surprised markets with an interest rate cut, while the U.S. Federal Reserve cautioned against relying heavily on its policy projections.

The Swiss National Bank responded to decreasing inflation and economic unpredictability by reducing its benchmark rate to 0% but may consider further cuts. The Bank of Canada has maintained its rate at 2.75%, suggesting a potential future cut in light of tariffs affecting the economy.

Sweden’s central bank cut its key rate as well, aiming to stimulate growth amid weak price pressures.

In New Zealand, expectations are for rates to remain steady after a recent reduction to protect its economy from global trade uncertainties. The European Central Bank has also cut rates, considering further adjustments to meet inflation goals.

The Federal Reserve is keeping rates steady, although further cuts are anticipated due to low inflation. In Britain, the Bank of England held rates but may continue cuts in response to weak labour indicators.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is prepared for rate cuts due to weak growth data and trade tensions, while Norway’s central bank has been cautious with its recent decision. The Bank of Japan remains the only bank in a tightening phase, balancing escalating tensions and tariff concerns with its monetary policies.

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Fed signals slower cuts amid rising risks

U.S. Federal Reserve revises economic forecasts downward, expecting growth slowdown and higher unemployment, but still plans rate cuts in 2024 and 2025.

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U.S. Federal Reserve revises economic forecasts downward, expecting growth slowdown and higher unemployment, but still plans rate cuts in 2024 and 2025.


At its latest meeting, the U.S. Federal Reserve revised its economic forecasts downward, with growth trimmed, inflation nudged up, and unemployment expectations now higher.

Despite this gloomier outlook, the Fed still sees two rate cuts in 2025, but just one in 2024 and one in 2026, a major dial-back from earlier projections.

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