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22 websites to help you hire freelance journalists

With so many options out there, it’s a challenge to find the right app or platform to hire freelance journalists. We’ve rounded them up here.

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Netflix lost subscribers for the first time in a decade. What went wrong?

Netflix lost 200k subscribers in the first quarter of this year. It forecasts deeper losses ahead, as people rethink their commitment to streaming services.

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Judge lets Facebook advertisers run class-action lawsuit over ad rates

The ruling allows for, potentially, millions of people and brands that paid for ads on Facebook and Instagram since 2014 to sue as a group.

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Singapore's Media Publishares ushers in fresh blood

The publisher of Vogue, Esquire, and Robb Report Singapore named Alexander Trefilov COO and promoted Natasha Damodaran to managing director.

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Russia outlaws Facebook, Instagram after labeling Meta an “extremist organization”

As Russia grows more confrontational with US tech companies, its national security service says Meta is "geared against Russia and its armed forces."

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12 English fashion media in Asia worth checking out

Whether it’s fresh content or networking you seek, if you’re new to Asia's style industry, here are a few English fashion media to help get you started.

Acquisitions

Engagement firm Insticator acquires OKO to help publishers thrive

Within six months, the two firms will create a unified platform where publishers can generate revenue, collect user data, and more.

Reports

Pro PR tips on how to pitch to journalists

Press members hold the power to accept and publish your stories. Here are a few data-driven insights on how to pitch to journalists.

Case Studies

How KlikDokter's traffic surged by more than 25 million visits in a year

KlikDokter's 30 million monthly pageviews come down to doing certain SEO basics correctly. Here are three things the team did well.

Reports

Future of TV: 180 million viewers in ASEAN watch OTT content

A recent report titled The Future of TV breaks down key figures related to Southeast Asia’s online streaming services viewership.

Lists

8 great entertainment news outlets in Asia

From K-Pop to the film awards, here are a few entertainment news outlets to help you stay up to date with the latest showbiz stories across Asia.

Case Studies

Tech in Asia shares insights on paywalls and the future of media

Southeast Asia’s largest tech media Tech in Asia finds four key learnings in navigating the paywall business model in emerging Asia.

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Climate & Capital Media focuses on emerging climate economy

Climate & Capital Media is a collective of journalists and professionals that aims to create a fresh form of business journalism on the climate economy.

Case Studies

How DailySocial built a viable tech media in emerging Asia

Founded in 2008 as a startup blog, DailySocial became a well-known name in Asia’s tech ecosystem. Here’s how the team turned it into a sustainable business.

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How to find lesser-known news angles on Covid-19

Covid-19 has made headlines for months, but many compelling stories are eclipsed by big-picture ones. Here are some tips for unearthing niche news angles.

Guides

Easy ways to find high-quality freelance journalists

Talent hunting can be tricky for your content needs. It can be simpler if you understand how best to find freelance journalists.

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Pros and cons of hiring freelance journalists for news coverage

In the modern gig economy, more media outlets are hiring freelance journalists to cover the news. Here are a few things to be aware of before diving in.

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How to hire freelance journalists to cover Covid-19 without fear-mongering

In times like this, editors must be able to hire freelance journalists to report on Covid-19 responsibly. Here’s how to do it without over-sensationalizing.

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5 ways media outlets can reduce operational costs during Covid-19

Covid-19 has impacted major media outlets around the world. Here are a few ways newsrooms can reduce operational costs, without resorting to layoffs.

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5 strategies news editors use to find compelling stories

Great story ideas can come from anywhere. But where do news editors usually find unique angles and interesting content to run on a daily basis?

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Pitch Snacks: Amanda Bynes, Matrix 4, Oprah Hoax

Looking for an entertainment story? Here are a few ideas on ContentGrow this week. Give us a shout to get an exclusive pitch flow directly to your inbox.

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Pitch Snacks: Remote Working Apps, iPad Pro, Sex Toys

Looking for tech story pitches? Here are a few ideas on ContentGrow this week. Give us a shout to get a steady flow of custom pitches directly to your inbox.

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Pitch Snacks: Tom Hanks, Black Widow, 90s Shows

Looking for entertainment story pitches? Here are a few ideas this week. Give us a shout to get a steady flow of custom pitches directly to your inbox.

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Pitch Snacks: R. Kelly, American Dirt, No Time to Die

Looking for an entertainment story pitch? Here are a few ideas on ContentGrow this week. Give us a shout to get a steady flow of pitches.

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Pitch Snacks: Gaming Bed, iPhone 12, Oppo Watch

Looking for a tech story pitch? Here are a few ideas on ContentGrow this week. Give us a shout to get a steady flow of custom pitches directly to your inbox.