Czech experts create digital copy of Karel Gott's voice
Voice of late singer to live on thanks to new technology. Czech Radio will use the digital clone to broadcast Karel Gott's autobiography.
Author: Filip Rožánek
Journalist and media analyst with more than 20 years of experience in the media market and in telecommunications.
TV Seznam's nostalgic programming strategy pays off
TV Seznam's audience share surged in the first half of 2023, thanks to a programming strategy that includes classic Czech films and series.
Czech media companies slow to promote media literacy
A recent study by the national broadcasting authority found that few Czech media companies promote media literacy.
Pavel Novák replaces Jan Kaliba as Czech Radio's US correspondent
After the six-year term of the previous incumbent, Czech Radio is introducing a polyglot, experienced journalist as its new US correspondent.
Netflix tax: Streaming giants to fund Czech film industry
Under a new Czech legislation, streaming behemoths such as Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max will be required to allocate 2% of their local earnings towards the production of Czech films and series.
Media group Economia to relocate headquarters
The publisher moves its headquarters to Holešovice, a former industrial area that has been transformed into a trendy hub for start-ups and creative businesses.
Progress Digital begins DAB+ test in Central Bohemia
As part of its short-term broadcasting test, Progress Digital has launched two experimental DAB+ transmitters in central Bohemia.
Tomáš Vojáček appointed as the chief editor of CNN Prima News
CNN Prima News welcomes Tomáš Vojáček as its new chief editor of news and current affairs.
Czech audiovisual industry hits record high amid systemic challenges
The Czech audiovisual industry has experienced a record-breaking year, with a turnover exceeding CZK 15 billion (EUR 631 million).
Internet giant Seznam.cz acquires print daily Právo
Top internet company has secured the ownership of print daily Právo, bolstering its web content portfolio.
The economic storm clouds gather over Czech Television
In the face of rising operational expenses, Czech Television's fiscal stability hangs in the balance.
CME launches joint newsroom in Brussels
Journalists from Czech Republic, Bulgaria and Romania will form a new Brussels-based newsroom under CME, aiming to provide coverage of EU, NATO, and European affairs.