This article examines how AI, cloud technology, and people-first strategies are transforming the media industry. It explores the shift from traditional broadcast models to tech-driven approaches that prioritise flexibility, scalability, and inclusivity. With insights into how artificial intelligence is enhancing media production, cloud solutions are streamlining operations, and inclusive hiring practices are fostering innovation, the paper provides actionable steps for organizations to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. Emphasizing the need for both technological adoption and human-centric strategies, it positions companies for long-term success in a dynamic media environment.

This article, a collaboration between Caspian One and Rise Women in Broadcast, explores the challenges of attracting and retaining highly skilled female talent in technology sectors. Despite ongoing efforts to promote diversity, women remain significantly underrepresented. The paper provides actionable strategies for organisations to address this disparity, from revising resource profiles to remove gender-biased language to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that supports female advancement. By implementing these steps, companies can build a more diverse, innovative workforce and drive business success in a competitive market.

Alright, brace yourselves. After the annual predictions avalanche, I thought I’d let the dust settle before telling you all what I think - unfashionably late and, hopefully, a somewhat fresh perspective on this year’s trends.

In this article, I’m covering five topics I ‘think’ are big enough to impact our wonderful industry in 2024. Whether they’re old news to you or I’ve managed to surprise the veterans among us, chime in with your thoughts!

Trends we’ll be exploring:

The Playout Resurgence, Cloud Technologies Coming of Age, Cybersecurity: The Invisible War, The AI Revenue Riddle, Bridging the Skills Gaps. Keep reading.

Caspian One, providers of specialist skills acquisition services primarily within the global financial technology markets, has announced a partnership with KX, maker of kdb+ the industry’s most trusted Data Timehouse™ and the KDB.AI vector database, to further strengthen its offering for KX deployments in capital markets while supporting its expansion into other industry sectors.