WSJ on iPad will carry $18 monthly price tag

The Wall Street Journal, the daily broadsheet for financial types, is getting a tech savvy makeover with a correspondingly high price tag. As we haven't yet had time to acclimatize to and whine about iPad app pricing, no ... continue

So, Newsday, how’s that paywall working out for you?

As a native Long Islander, I was amused when Newsday, our local paper, waded fearlessly and without irony into the ice-cold waters of charging for news on the internet. I don't know anyone who has ever paid for ... continue

The New York Times to retreat behind a paywall

Expected at some point during the next couple of weeks is the announcement by Arthur Sulzberger Jr, Chairman of New York Times, that the illustrious Gray Lady well be retreating to her petticoats of a paywall. As ... continue

At what point will news exec’s get a clue?

I like newspapers, really I do. I like stopping at the newsstand and having a look at the headlines and then carrying on my merry way. Now if I’m not the type ... continue

Financial Times Cuts 80

The Financial Times announced Monday that it is eliminating 80 positions from its staff worldwide. Around 20 positions are editorial, and the rest a mix, including streamlining duplicated jobs caused by previous acquisitions. The Financial Times' John Ridding said ... continue