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Italy's Confindustria Radio Televisioni has published a second edition of the "Radio Observatory", a comparison of the main markets in Europe. ‘This is a crucial moment for the completion of digital broadcasting networks in Italy, because the issue of the shortage of frequencies for local broadcasters is finally being resolved. The transition process, in which radio companies have been investing for some time, will make it possible to improve signal quality, efficient and more sustainable use of frequency resources, and an increased offer for listeners. A transition that is consistent with the development of the market and that, ultimately, leaves no one behind,' said the President of Confindustria Radio Televisioni Antonio Marano in the preface.

To celebrate the legacy, spirit, and reunion of Oasis, Radio X, home to huge indie and rock tunes announced today the launch of a pop-up radio station entirely dedicated to the band. A must-listen for any Oasis fan, this station is definitely not maybe the best thing to happen to your speakers in years. Radio X Oasis is a celebration of one of Britain’s most influential bands and will soundtrack the Summer for Oasis fans. Radio X Oasis is available to listen to now, streaming live on Global Player, the official Radio X app, and DAB digital radio across the UK. Last year the Gallagher brothers officially announced their long-awaited reunion, with tour dates marking their first shows in 16 years.

WorldDAB – the global industry forum for DAB+ digital radio – will be showcasing how broadcast digital radio remains vital in-car, as its unique annual WorldDAB Automotive event comes to Madrid, Spain on 19 June. Broadcast First! is the theme for the 2025 edition, which offers unparalleled opportunities for industry professionals to gain valuable insights into the latest developments in DAB+ digital broadcast radio technology for the automotive sector. Keynote speakers at the event include Javier Sanchez, RTVE and Jaume Pujol, Cellnex Telecom, on stage alongside WorldDAB President Jacqueline Bierhorst, who will open the event. Automotive sector leaders include Frank Nowack, Function Owner Broadcast Radio for Ford Motor Company.

České Radiokomunikace has deployed a new information spot promoting the advantages of DAB+ digital radio on its information channel "Tune in to digital broadcasting. The telecommunications company České Radiokomunikace (CRA) continues its long-standing cooperation with Czech Radio presenter Tomáš Pancíř, whom listeners may know, for example, from Radiožurnál's midday journalism or 20 Minutes. Pancíř has already conducted a series of interviews for CRA on the occasion of the brand's 60th anniversary or accompanied the Innovation Day industry conference, which is organised by the operator itself. The aim of the new promo spot, which has replaced the existing generic promo loop, is to promote DAB+ digital radio.

WorldDAB's Jean-Marc Dubreuil featured in the latest "Des Ondes Vocast" podcast. "In the May issue, we start with a round-up of radio news. Then Rémy Bertholon looks back at Cauet's return to Europe 2. He listened in and tells you what he thought. Spain and Portugal faced a giant power cut, and radio made the headlines as the only medium capable of informing the population when TV and 3G networks were inaccessible. Rémy welcomes Jean-Marc Dubreuil from WorldDAB to explain why radio is the medium of choice in emergency situations."

On 3 May 2025, ACI Radio turns three years old and confirms itself as one of the most dynamic and original realities on the Italian radio scene. Established in 2022 as the official radio station of the Automobile Club d'Italia, ACI Radio is today a national, digital, DAB-native radio station that is fully integrated into the infomobility, road safety and motorsport system. ACI Radio is available in DAB+ throughout Italy thanks to the support of the DAB Italia consortium, and also operates in web and app streaming. Hybrid solutions such as RadioDNS are being developed, which combine the broadcast signal with online content visible directly on the car screen, enhancing the mobile listening experience.

In the wake of recent power cuts in Spain and Portugal, TechniSat, a German manufacturer of consumer electronics products, is highlighting the strategic value of portable digital radios, particularly battery-operated models. In a message to its sales partners, the company emphasises the ability of its DAB+ receivers to remain operational even in the absence of a power supply, guaranteeing uninterrupted access to information in times of crisis. The TechniSat range includes several models designed for use on the move or in emergency situations. Some models, such as the DigitRadio 1 ASA, incorporate the ‘Automatic Safety Alert’ function.

From the summer, digital radios that support the new Automatic Safety Alert disaster warning technology will go on sale. They will be recognisable by the ASA logo. The technology is based on the digital radio standard DAB+ and is intended to bring official hazard warnings to digital radio receivers, similar to how warning apps and cell broadcasting already do this on current smartphones. The advantage of the additional channel for hazard warnings: DAB+ broadcasting can still function where mobile radio has failed. Switched-off ASA-compatible radios are woken from standby. And local warning messages can also be played out specifically in the affected region.

On 7 May, within the framework of the workshop “Digital Radio Perspective in Armenia”, representatives of the WorldDAB organization, Lindsay Cornell and William Jackson, visited the Television and Radio Broadcasting Network of Armenia CJSC. During the meeting, Narek Adamyan, General Director of the TRBN Armenia CJSC, presented the main areas of the company’s activities, its technical infrastructure, and the current capabilities of radio broadcasting, emphasising the importance of international cooperation for the stable and efficient development of the sector. In turn, the delegation members shared their vision for future cooperation and discussed possible technical and strategic solutions for the transition to digital broadcasting, drawing on international experience and best-practice models.

On May 6, a two-day workshop titled “Digital Radio Perspective in Armenia” kicked off in Yerevan. The event was organized by the Ministry of High-Tech Industry of the Republic of Armenia, the Television and Radio Broadcasting Network of Armenia CJSC, and the international organization WorldDAB. The workshop was opened with remarks by Gevorg Meliksetyan, Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry, and Narek Adamyan, General Director of the Television and Radio Broadcasting Network of Armenia CJSC. The workshop brought together representatives of state agencies, public and private radio companies, and industry-specific organizations. The event featured active Q&A sessions and professional discussions.