Shift to Reader Revenue in Media Companies

Media companies are shifting to depend more on readers' dollars and less on ads due to a weak ad market and the threat of AI. The Washington Post's 'Build It' strategy presentation raised concerns about who will pay for news subscriptions, as the industry faces challenges in replacing canceled Trump-era subscriptions. Despite prestigious awards and accolades, newsrooms are in survival mode.

Protests in Georgia against Controversial 'Foreign Influence' Bill

Tens of thousands of protesters in Georgia are fighting a controversial law that would require NGOs and media companies with more than 20% foreign funding to register as pursuing foreign interests. Supporters see it as a way to prevent foreign influence, while opponents fear it is a move to align Georgia with Russia and suppress dissent. The bill is expected to pass despite widespread protests.