
FIPP has launched three AI‑focused initiatives to help its publishing members navigate the rapid rise of generative AI. An AI Working Group, led by Elsa Esparbé and Tim Bulley, will craft a strategic framework to protect IP and audiences. The federation also released a survey to measure the real‑world impact of licensing agreements, noting that only 20 % of publishers expect substantial AI licensing revenue. Finally, a partnership with ProRata gives members access to Gist Answers, a decentralized RAG‑based answer engine that can triple session length and share ad revenue with publishers.

The merger of FIPP with WAN‑IFRA has created a packed 2026 agenda of global media events. In April, the WAN‑IFRA AI Forum in Frankfurt will examine artificial intelligence’s impact on content creation and audience engagement. June brings the World News...