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ChatGPT just got an incredible update: Yesterday, OpenAI introduced a search tool within ChatGPT that combines advanced AI to deliver relevant information from our media brands BILD, Business Insider, POLITICO, and Welt as well as the titles of Ringier Axel Springer Polska. The new feature is based on the SearchGPT pilot, for which a select team of journalism and AI experts across Axel Springer provided testing and feedback on. What does this mean for users of SearchGPT? ➡️ User will find more recent content on ChatGPT, including from our trusted media brands. ➡️ ChatGPT’s answers will include attribution and links to news articles, leading users to our media brands’ websites. At Axel Springer, we leverage cutting-edge technology to drive progress and foster the free flow of independent, high-quality journalism through innovation. This commitment has led us to partner with OpenAI in December 2023, making us the first global publishing house to work on a deeper integration of journalism in AI technologies. Swipe through the slideshow to discover insights from Mathias Sanchez, SVP of Global Strategic Partnerships, on the new ChatGPT search feature. ___ Valentin Schöndienst Peter Würtenberger #AI #OpenAI #Technology #SearchGPT #Journalism #AxelSpringer 

At yesterday’s "Starke Stimmen" (Strong Voices) lunch in the Journalistenclub at our Berlin headquarters, we welcomed author and speaker Paula Lambert. As a journalist who graduated from the Axel Springer Academy of Journalism & Technology, she spent several years at Welt, and later contributed to media outlets like GEO, DIE ZEIT, and GQ Magazine. Paula shared with participants how self-reflection helped her not only to develop her distinct journalistic voice and style but also to build self-confidence. Organized by the axel springer_women network, these "Starke Stimmen" networking events aim to provide participants with fresh perspectives, strengthened interdisciplinary connections, and practical ideas to apply within their teams. As one of Axel Springer’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), axel springer_women provides a platform for exchange that is open to all employees, regardless of their department or role.  Swipe through the slideshow to learn what our colleagues shared about their experience.  ___ Inga Grömminger Yvonne Beister Ines Kaufmann Valerie Stoynov Franziska B. Melissa Conrads Dr. Fanny Jimenez Caroline Warluks Marion Hubaydulin Sandra Paust Kirstin Jachmann Janina Voigt Renée Matschke #PeopleOfAxelSpringer #AxelSpringer

Solveig Rathenow, member of the Editorial Board at Business Insider Deutschland, has a clear vision: to establish the brand as the leading online business medium for young professionals. Since her appointment in May 2024, her responsibilities have extended beyond managing editorial content to driving ambitious traffic and subscription growth, as well as shaping the strategic direction of the media brand’s events. Now, more than half a year into her role, we sat down with her to reflect on the past months. In our latest edition of the “What’s Up” series, Solveig shared... ... the goals she aims to achieve in the leadership team of Business Insider Germany, ... her strategies for engaging and retaining the young target groups in the long term,  ... her inspiration behind founding the “Zukunftsmacherinnen” (“Female Futuremakers”) event. What else did she say? Read the interview: https://lnkd.in/ddpjSr6h   ___ Kayhan Özgenc Jakob Wais Dr. Fanny Jimenez Derman Deniz Luca M Schallenberger Steffen Bosse Lisa Dittrich  Aisha Washington Jil Andert Natalia Wallroth Emmelie König Dr. Annika von Mutius Cosima Richardson Nicole Cienskowski Louisa Marie Lippold Dr. Neşe Oktay-Gür Cosima Meyer Jennifer Baum-Minkus Kristiina Coenen Karolina Decker Christina Diem-Puello Alexandra Kohlmann Saruul Krause-Jentsch Janine Lampprecht Julia Lupp Philine Paschen Cordula Pflaum Helena Rapprich Dr. Olga Stürmer Franziska Weindauer Alexandra Wudel  #BusinessInsider #BusinessInsiderGermany #Journalism #Business #AxelSpringer 

As Vice President Global AdTech at Axel Springer National Media & Tech, Carlos Bracho has been instrumental in developing and shaping our media brands’ AdTech systems, which manage advertising across their websites. Yesterday, he co-hosted a masterclass at MEDIENTAGE MÜNCHEN together with Dennis Bappert, Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS), focusing on key advancements in advertising technology.   The session highlighted AdLib, a sophisticated tool developed by Carlos’s team. AdLib streamlines AdTech management into a unified platform, boosting ad revenue for publishers like BILD, Business Insider Deutschland, and Welt through optimized performance.   Curious to dive deeper into how AdLib works? Read more in our a_inside blogpost: https://lnkd.in/dj33TQ5j      ___  #MTM #MedientageMunich #AWS #AdTech #Advertising #AdRevenue #Technology #AxelSpringer #PeopleOfAxelSpringer #ASAllstars Baudisch René Valentin Schöndienst POLITICO

Throwback Thursday to the launch of WELTgo!: Introduced in May, Welt’s first AI-powered digital assistant offers subscribers a new, intuitive way to engage with its journalistic content across more than 20 thematic worlds and services. It is based on the successful AI technology Hey_ implemented by BILD last year, and was developed by WELT’s editorial team together with Axel Springer’s business innovation team. Since its debut, WELTgo! users have nearly doubled their visit frequency and are spending 30 percent more time engaging with its content compared to other subscribers. Reflecting on the successful rollout of WELT’s AI assistant, Executive Editor Newsroom Strategy Moritz Seyffarth shared his insights on how the technology works and how the launch went on behind-the-scenes back in May. Want to find out more? Then read the interview: https://lnkd.in/djp2bvUa On another note, congratulations to Moritz, who was recently recognized by kress - der Mediendienst as one of the young executives and founders set to shape the future of media!   ___ #ThrowbackThursday #ArtificialIntelligence #WELT #Technology #AxelSpringer Carolin Hulshoff Pol Peter Würtenberger ulf poschardt Valentin Schöndienst 

From its humble beginnings in a dorm room at the University of Michigan, Morning Brew Inc. has evolved from a simple newsletter into a multimedia powerhouse. Founded in 2015 by Alex Lieberman and Austin Rief, and acquired by Axel Springer in 2020, the brand has expanded significantly. Today, it features over 20 franchises in its media portfolio, generating more than 350 million monthly impressions by delivering daily, insightful updates on the business world through various formats such as articles, videos, and podcasts. ___ #MorningBrewInc #Journalism #Newsletter #Multimedia #AxelSpringer Robert Dippell Devin Emery 

Connecting the new generation of decision-makers and talents with young democracy defenders and journalists in exile —that’s the stated goal of the Axel Springer Freedom Foundation’s Young Leaders Network, which was established a year ago. Yesterday, the network came together at Soho House Berlin to welcome its second batch of members, composed of opposition leaders, journalists, politicians, and CEOs. Held under the motto “Autocracy & Tech,” the evening included a panel discussion on the usage of technologies in autocracies with Leopoldo Lopez (Venezuelan freedom fighter, Co-founder and General Secretary World Liberty Congress), Olaf Boehnke (Senior Advisor & Berlin Director, Alliance of Democracies Foundation) and Lokman Tsui (Expert on Authoritarianism and Tech, Digital Citizen Lab), which was moderated by Rebecca Schönenbach (Founder of Frauen für Freiheit e. V.). The Young Leaders Network is supported by the Deutsche Postcode Lotterie. Want to see what Antje Schippmann, Leopoldo Lopez, and network member Solveig Rathenow had to say about the young leaders and the panel discussion? Then check out the gallery! ___   #Freedom #ListenToTheDissidents #YoungLeadersNetwork #AxelSpringerFreedomFoundation #AxelSpringer Friederike Behrends Rixa Fürsen Carl-Victor Wachs Michael Graf von Bassewitz

It's been a week since the terrible anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, an event extensively covered by several of our media outlets and featured in a special project by the Axel Springer Academy of Journalism & Technology. The academy students released "October 7—No Way Back," a multimedia live ticker format series presenting the Hamas attack from the perspective of former hostage Alon Gat. The project consists of 15 short interview clips, accompanied by informational posts which contextualize the events with current knowledge. Students Leonard Hepermann, Noah Friedmann, Tom Kühner, Mariella Sonntag, Nicolas Walter, Uma Sostmann, Pauline von Pezold, Julius Brinkmann, Pia Fredebeul, and Laura Hülsemann worked intensively to bring this innovative journalistic storytelling format to life.  For those who may have missed the initial publication, we’ve compiled all videos and a chronology of the events for you in this a_inside blogpost: https://lnkd.in/du6Z-ziX   ___ Sarah Cohen-Fantl Martin U. K. Lengemann #BringThemHomeNow #NeverAgainIsNow #Freedom #AxelSpringer 

We’re thrilled to announce that Goli Sheikholeslami, CEO of POLITICO Media Group, has been recognized as one of the 35 News Industry Leaders by the International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF)! The IWMF's 35 News Industry Leaders initiative honors women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in media organizations and have made substantial impacts within the industry.    As POLITICO’s CEO, Goli is committed to delivering revelatory and impactful journalism to audiences across the globe. Her dedication to leading a thriving global media business, centered around journalistic impact, is at the heart of POLITICO's success and influence.  Goli's inclusion in this esteemed group of 35 industry leaders highlights her innovative approach to steering the media company and serves as a testament to her outstanding leadership. Congratulations to Goli for her exceptional work. We look forward to seeing her continued impact on the industry.    ___ #AxelSpringer #Journalism #WomenInMedia #PeopleOfAxelSpringer #IWMF 

Today, the Axel-Springer-Kiez celebrated its fifth Mental Health Awareness Day, showcasing the importance of community in fostering meaningful relationships—both personal and professional—that contribute to our well-being. Therefore, a variety of activities were initiated by colleagues for colleagues, including the following highlights: ➡️ A thought-provoking keynote by Milka Loff Fernandes, Presenter & Author, on resilience and mental strength in her talk "Geiler Scheiß" ➡️ Specialized workshops like “Befriending Your Nervous System” with Rebecca Leitlein, Trauma Psychotherapist   ➡️ Relaxation through immersive VR experiences designed to reduce stress ➡️ Networking over lunch and our popular Walk & Talk with Dog Day   At Axel Springer, mental health is not just a focus on one day, but an ongoing priority. Throughout the year, we offer a range of support options such as confidential counseling services, resilience training, and mindfulness workshops.   This commitment reflects our belief in mutual respect, acknowledging the diverse challenges and realities our colleagues face. Supporting each other helps us create an environment where everyone can thrive. Check out our video snippet to learn more about the highlights of this day! ____   #MentalHealthAwarenessDay2024 #AxelSpringerLife #WellbeingAtWork #PeopleOfAxelSpringer  Ines Kaufmann