Global
France Edges Closer to National DAB+ Launch
July 15 is earliest day national broadcasters can go on air
DAB+
Business and Law
WorldDAB Looking at Voice Control in the Car
Automotive Working Group digging into voice control and hybrid radio for the car
Guest Commentaries
WorldDAB’s First Virtual General Assembly Approaches
One-day event looks at DAB advances and new partners
Business and Law
WorldDAB Highlights Its Advances
“Now firmly established as the core future platform for radio in Europe”
Business and Law
Consumer Audio Firm Gets Digital Radio Accreditation Green Light
The DAB tick mark scheme is a U.K. certification program for consumer radios
Guest Commentaries
Can Digital Radio Standards Coexist?
Standards have been around awhile but radio digitization still has ground to cover
Guest Commentaries
More Thoughts on What ATSC 3.0 Can Teach Radio
Alan Hughes responds to Dan Slentz’s musings
Headlines
Switzerland Inches Closer to FM Switch-Off
Refines strategy and addresses remaining challenges as it prepares for total digital switchover in...
Headlines
DRM Welcomes South Africa Digital Policy Statement
Calls it “a momentous decision for the African continent” and a first for digital...
News and Business
Q&A: Why the Xperi/TiVo Deal Matters for Radio
Joe D’Angelo highlights delivery of high-quality images and richer metadata
News and Business
SmartRadio Logo Aims to Help Europeans Make Sense of New Platforms
Organizers call it an important development in the radio ecosystem
News and Business
Croatia Expands DAB+ Network, Extends Trials
There are currently 12 stations broadcasting in DAB+ as part of the trial
News and Business
NENT Group Drives DAB’s Future in Sweden
The commercial operator has successfully pioneered the country’s DAB+ broadcasts
News and Business
Nielsen Audio 2020 Report Is Now Available
Study shows DAB+ gaining ground in Norway
Columns and Views
DAB+ Lends a Hand in a Time of Crisis
The role of DAB+ radio in helping to manage the crisis caused by the...
News and Business
A Look Inside Italy’s Digital Radio Rollout
Through smart investments and service efficiency, DAB Italia is rapidly expanding the nation’s digital...
Columns and Views
DAB+ Progress in France and Beyond
Developments include a new digital roadmap, more DAB+ licenses for local expansion and in-car...
Columns and Views
U.K. Government Restates Support for Digital Radio
Digital listening is expected to account for over 60% of all listening in the...
News and Business
Belgium Holds National Digital Radio Week
The country held its second annual digital radio event as DAB gains ground nationwide
Columns and Views
DAB+ Development Resumes in Poland
Country devises scheme aimed at boosting DAB+ expansion nationwide
Programming and Sales
Music Matters to Willy
DPG Media Group, owner of Qmusic and Joe, launched rock-oriented digital radio station on...
Radio World Ebooks
Digital Radio Developments
Catch the latest in digital radio in Radio World’s latest ebook
News and Business
Switzerland Confirms FM Switch off Date
Radio programs will be available via FM until the end of 2024 at the...
Show News
IBC Sneak Peek: GatesAir Spotlights DAB Radio Solutions
Expanded portfolio includes the MultiD DAB transmitter and a liquid-cooled VHF range for all...
News and Business
Belgium’s Wallonia-Brussels Federation Redefines Radio Landscape
CSA attributes first commercial DAB+ licenses to Belgian French-speaking broadcasters
Columns and Views
DAB+ Deployment in France Progresses
Nantes kicks off summer season with launch of regular services
Tech and Gear
WorldCast Enhances Audemat DAB Probe
Improvements include decoding of FIG tables and display of real audio and PAD bit...
Columns and Views
DAB+ Gains Momentum in the Auto Space
WorldDAB Automotive conference emphasizes the digital radio standard’s progress in the car
News and Business
WorldDAB Forms Spectrum and Network Implementation Committee
Aims to encourage discussion, exchange of knowledge and best practice on DAB+ network implementation
News and Business
No Analog Radio for the Polestar 2
New car, introduced at the GIMS, features Google and DAB in-dash but no AM...
Headlines
France’s CSA Names DAB+ License Winners for National Coverage
Twenty-four stations can begin broadcasting nationwide via digital terrestrial radio in 2020
News and Business
New Frequency Plan Includes DAB+ for Local Stations
Wallonia tender encompasses both FM and DAB+ licenses
Guest Commentaries
DAB+ Gains Ground in Australia
With more than 930,000 DAB+ receivers sold in 2018, the country continues its journey...
Columns and Views
A DAB+ Update From France
Digital radio was a major focus at the European Radio Show as DAB+ makes...
Columns and Views
Handling DAB+ Projects in Complex and Critical Environments
Some considerations and real-world examples
Columns and Views
EU Directive Reveals European Vision for Radio Digitization
New legislation aims to align EU members on the future of radio
News and Business
Globally, Digital Radio Progresses
Various technologies fit various needs, but digital has forward momentum