LISTEN: South African Competition Commission Finds Digital Platforms Threaten News Media Sustainability
LISTEN: CLICK HERE A provisional report from South Africa’s Competition Commission warns that major tech platforms are undermining the sustainability of local news media. The Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) investigation highlights significant bargaining power imbalances between news organizations and tech giants like Google and Meta, resulting in declining revenues across traditional media. […]
South African Competition Commission Finds Digital Platforms Threaten News Media Sustainability
South Africa’s news media landscape faces significant challenges from the growing dominance of major tech companies, according to a provisional report released by the country’s Competition Commission. The Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI), established to investigate the complex relationship between digital platforms and local news organizations, has unveiled findings that point to concerning […]
Navigating the Shifting Sands: Challenges and Pathways for South African Publishers
In an era where digital platforms dominate information dissemination, South African publishers face unprecedented challenges that threaten their sustainability. A recent analysis highlights the critical issues confronting the industry while proposing potential pathways toward viability in this rapidly evolving landscape. – LISTEN Fragmentation and Inefficiency in the Advertising Market One of the core issues identified […]