CNN is launching a new Digital Leadership programme that will provide journalists and executives from CNN's partners worldwide the very latest technological innovations in newsgathering and production. The inaugural Digital Leadership intake, starting on July 7, will see participants from countries including the Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam, Brazil, Israel, Bahrain, France and Germany, immersed in CNN's digital experience and expertise so they can empower their organisations with more effective … [Read more...] about CNN launches Digital Leadership programme for its global partners
Ted Turner
Ted Turner honoured for pioneering digital media
New York – Ted Turner, legendary media visionary, was honoured by the Digital Place-based Advertising Association (DPAA) at its 5th annual Digital Media Summit at the New York Hilton. Turner was honoured for his pioneering role in helping to launch the digital place-based media industry. Under his aegis, Turner Private Networks in the early 1990's was at the forefront of the launch of eight digital place-based networks: Checkout Channel, CNN Airport Network, CNN Accent Health, CNN College … [Read more...] about Ted Turner honoured for pioneering digital media
Cartoon Network kicks off 20th anniversary celebrations
Atlanta – Cartoon Network has kicked-off a month long celebration for its milestone birthday at its Atlanta, Georgia headquarters, where Turner Broadcasting founder Ted Turner originally launched the network 20 years ago. Stuart Snyder, President/COO of Turner's Animation, Young Adults & Kids Media Division, was joined by Turner Broadcasting CEO Phil Kent and Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, who honoured the network and staff with the city's prestigious Phoenix Award and proclaimed it … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network kicks off 20th anniversary celebrations