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    11 Best Paywall Services for Publishers

    9 Best Paywall Services for Publishers in 2025

    Paywalls have become a critical tool for digital publishers seeking to monetize content amid fluctuating ad markets. Between 2017 and 2020, the number of news outlets implementing paywalls nearly doubled each year, with adoption accelerating further in 2021 as subscriptions surged globally (Reuters Institute Digital News Report, 2022). Ad revenue plummeted by 10–15% in 2020 […]

    9 Best Subscription Management Software in 2024

    11 Best Subscription Management Software in 2025

    The subscription economy has experienced significant growth in recent years. As of 2024, premium U.S. streaming platforms (SVOD) grew 10.4% year-over-year, reaching over 260 million subscriptions . Subscription businesses have outpaced S&P 500 revenues nearly sixfold, marking a pivotal turning point across industries . The subscription market is projected to continue growing, with forecasts estimating […]

    The Top Customer Data Platforms (CDP) Reviewed

    The Top Customer Data Platforms (CDP) Reviewed

    Want to understand your readers? A customer data platform (CDP) collects customer data from multiple points (including your website, apps, CRM, and other third-party tools). It puts it together to give you a unified view of your entire customer journey. You’ll know what your readers like, what they click on, and how they act. With […]

    17 Best Media Monitoring Tools in 2023

    13 Best Media Monitoring Tools in 2025

    Media monitoring is a vital part of any digital publisher’s path to success. It is necessary to hear stories as they happen, track the competition and remain alert to any oncoming crises — and the best media monitoring software and news monitoring tools automate all of this.

    Best Self-Publishing Companies for Books

    7 Best Self-Publishing Companies for Books

    You’ve poured your heart into writing a book, not just to see it gather dust in the shadows of a crowded market. You are here to connect with readers, make profits, and leave a mark.Self-publishing is the key to making that happen, but with the number of self-published books increasing by 264% in the last […]

    Top Affiliate Networks and Platforms to Boost Your Revenue in 2025

    Top Affiliate Networks and Platforms to Boost Your Revenue in 2025

    As a publisher, your content is your currency. Now is the time to maximize your content’s earning potential. With the affiliate marketing industry projected to hit $36.9 billion by 2030, you should strategize to cash in on it.

    Best Email Newsletter Platforms for Publishers

    8 Best Email Newsletter Platforms for Publishers in 2024

    Audience attention spans have fallen for decades as competition for mindshare has skyrocketed. With the average focused attention span dropping from 2.5 minutes around 20 years ago to 45 seconds by, digital publishers need help to make a lasting and personal connection with their audiences.

    Best CMS Platforms for News Sites

    19 Best CMS Platforms for News Sites in 2024

    Content management systems (CMSs) are an essential component of the publishing industry, pulling together and centralizing key aspects of the editorial process. But with so many options on the market, picking the best CMS for a news website can be daunting.

    Best Magazine Apps for Publications on Mobile Devices

    6 Best Magazine Apps for Publications on Mobile Devices in 2024

    Digital magazine apps can transform static pages into interactive and engaging formats, significantly improving the reading experience on smartphones and tablets. Mobile device use now dominates how people access the internet, with 91% of those aged 16-64 relying on a mobile device compared with less than 60% who use a personal laptop or desktop. At […]

    Best Native Ad Networks for Publishers

    14 Best Native Ad Networks for Publishers in 2024

    Digital publishers looking to maximize their revenue should consider folding native advertising into their monetization model.

    Best Digital Publishing Platforms

    17 Best Digital Publishing Platforms in 2024

    With readers increasingly switching to consuming content online, publishers need to constantly evaluate whether their digital publishing platforms are helping them stay competitive. With more than 64% of the world’s population consuming digital content in some form, the strategic importance of digital publishing is undeniable. Publishers are, however, facing increased competition for that audience.

    Best AI Writing Tools

    10 Best AI Writing Tools

    Artificial intelligence (AI) has already fundamentally impacted several industries, with content creation being no different. From AI-generated content (such as images and blogs) to checking grammatical correctness, these content creation tools have improved the efficiency and effectiveness of the editorial pipeline.

    Best AI Transcription Tools

    11 Best AI Transcription Tools in 2024

    Artificial intelligence (AI) transcription tools offer many industries, including digital publishing, the means to quickly and accurately convert audio and video files into text.

    Best AI SEO Tools for Publishers

    10 Best AI SEO Tools for Publishers in 2024

    While search engine optimization’s (SEO) importance to digital publishing is clear, knowing which tools help on this front is often less obvious.

    Best Headless CMS

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    Headless content management systems (CMS) have gained popularity in recent years as publishers and brands seek greater operational flexibility.

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    Using artificial intelligence (AI) to create content has polarized the publishing industry, with some worrying AI tools might replace humans while others arguing they’re key to boosting productivity.

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    The Convergence of Innovation and Strategy: Publisher Monetization in 2025.

    A 5-day online event exploring the future of publisher revenue models.

    May 19 – 23, 2025

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