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Facebook IPO: we do radio and compete with radio stations for advertisers

As everyone paying attention to the news knows, Facebook’s first Initial Public Offering S-1 statement is out, and it’s a fascinating read. No need to get into an extensive analysis of the whole $5 billion shebang here, but it’s worth … finish reading Facebook IPO: we do radio and compete with radio stations for advertisers

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Pandora CFO says mobile data caps not a problem

When AT&T first announced new monthly data caps for iPhone users in 2010 I suggested that it could stunt the growth of mobile internet radio. Some eighteen months later I do have to admit that doesn’t seem to have happened. … finish reading Pandora CFO says mobile data caps not a problem

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Radio was a highlight at an otherwise lackluster 2012 Consumer Electronics Show

It’s been a week since the Consumer Electronics Show wrapped up in Las Vegas, and I apologize to Radio Survivor readers for not having kept closer track this year. Warm Las Vegas certainly seemed like it would have been a … finish reading Radio was a highlight at an otherwise lackluster 2012 Consumer Electronics Show

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Internet, satellite and cable music royalty payments up 17% in 2011

This is certainly an indicator of strong growth for internet radio and streaming services. Music royalties agency SoundExchange announced Tuesday that it ended the year collecting $292 million in royalty payments, up 17% from 2010. These royalties are paid by … finish reading Internet, satellite and cable music royalty payments up 17% in 2011

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FCC: Internet doesn’t count for local radio ownership rules (but should it?)

Despite heavy lobbying from Clear Channel and its allies, the Federal Communications Commission proposes retaining its current ownership rules for commercial AM and FM radio stations. Here is a quick refresher course on the local radio rules. They allow any … finish reading FCC: Internet doesn’t count for local radio ownership rules (but should it?)

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Spotify, Pandora, Rdio, Aupeo! or MOG: Which subscription internet radio service sounds the best?

I am bit of a stickler for audio quality and fidelity, as readers of my holiday gift guide and recent review of iHeartRadio may have sussed out. I’m reticent to call myself an audiophile because I’m not in pursuit of … finish reading Spotify, Pandora, Rdio, Aupeo! or MOG: Which subscription internet radio service sounds the best?

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Spotify Radio redo is part of new app

Spotify‘s radio feature has so far seemed like an afterthought. Ostensibly it was based on the same idea as Pandora–you pick an artist and then Spotify picks songs by other artists that are similar. In my tests of the feature … finish reading Spotify Radio redo is part of new app

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2011: the year that Internet radio went social

2011 was supposed to be the Pandora Takeoff Moment—the year that Pandora went public and solidified its absolute, total dominance over Internet radio and music streaming. And coming out of the starting gate in February, it sure looked like that … finish reading 2011: the year that Internet radio went social

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Cadillac becomes the first US auto manufacturer to include HD Radio technology…but will anyone listen?

On the heels of recent announcements from both Hyundai and Mazda, each stating they would expand HD Radio in select car models in 2012 and 2013, Cadillac said today they will become the first US car manufacturer to include HD … finish reading Cadillac becomes the first US auto manufacturer to include HD Radio technology…but will anyone listen?

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Clear Channel ups the ante with 3 more months of commercial-free iHeartRadio custom stations

Clear Channel may have been too focused on scarfing up stations in the early 2000s to construct anything resembling an internet strategy, but the company has been making up for lost time with its iHeartRadio service. When it went live … finish reading Clear Channel ups the ante with 3 more months of commercial-free iHeartRadio custom stations

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