“We realized that we basically had created arbitrary lines in our apps based upon how NPR was structured,” said NPR’s Kerry Lenahan.
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Public Media Group unveils strategies to build a public-private Next Gen TV network
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The new public benefit corporation, an affiliate of the Public Media Ventures Group, promises to operate as a neutral partner in developing local single-frequency network systems with public and commercial broadcasters.
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Stations should vet data in preparation for universal sign-in, says CPB exec
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During a Public Media Business Association session, CPB’s VP for digital strategies discussed the potential of the technology.
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PRSS rolls out training program that aims to cultivate new generation of public radio engineers
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Station leaders are increasingly saying that the lack of qualified engineers in the system is “keeping them up at night.”
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TechCon features pubcasters sharing opportunities, challenges of ATSC 3.0 rollout
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This year’s TechCon presented the first real-world ATSC 3.0 experiences from several early adopters.
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Public Media Venture Group explores ATSC 3.0 project
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Single-frequency networks will be an important part of the company’s work on the transition to the ATSC 3.0 digital TV system.
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PRSS plans rollout of next generation of satellite receivers
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ATX Networks, a new vendor, will deliver receivers with enhanced internet connectivity and automatic program file retrieval.
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Aid from Apple would deliver ‘critical mass’ for NPR’s podcast analytics tool
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The company has not signed on with Remote Audio Data, which can give podcast producers expanded analytics tracking their listeners’ habits.
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In FCC comments, NPR backs industry plan for reallocating satellite spectrum
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NPR said the proposal by the C-Band Alliance “offers a workable, if yet unproven option” for resolving the matter.
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Satellite companies propose repacking C-band spectrum to enable sales
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NPR has urged the FCC to protect public broadcasters using the spectrum to distribute programming.