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Formed in 2002, Association of Online Publishers (AOP) is a UK industry body representing digital publishing companies.

We champion the interests of media owners from diverse backgrounds including newspaper and magazine publishing, TV and radio broadcasting, and pure online media. Our mission is to support these organisations in their continued commitment to the creation and  distribution of high-quality, original content, for the benefit of the consumer.

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AOP announces shortlist for 2026 Digital Publishing Awards

The Association of Online Publishers (AOP) has today announced the shortlist for the 2026 Digital Publishing Awards. Now in its 24th year, the awards continue to celebrate the individuals and teams driving innovation and excellence in the creation, delivery, and monetisation of quality digital content.

Published: 23 Apr 2026

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AOP News | Ask the Associates

Beyond automation: Nine ways to integrate AI into product development

AI isn’t a question of ‘if’ anymore; instead, the question is how and where you use it, and what is actually delivering the most value. To understand where publishers should be targeting their efforts, we reached out to the AOP Associates to discover how they saw publishers enhancing their product development with AI tools. From inventory to data analysis to branded content partnerships, here are nine ways you can leverage AI more effectively in your product development strategy.

Published: 13 Apr 2026

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Digital Publisher Revenues up by 3.88% YoY in Q4 2025, AOP and Deloitte Data Reveals

AOP and Deloitte’s Digital Publishers’ Revenue Index shows fourth consecutive quarter of overall growth, with participants’ revenues increasing 3.88% year-on-year. This growth was mostly bolstered by a 24.07% YoY uplift in subscriptions revenues, but the effects are being felt unevenly: only 46% of publishers reported revenue growth, with the remaining 54% reporting declines. You can read top-line findings from the DPRI here to learn more.

Published: 08 Apr 2026

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Entries Open for 2026 Innovation Excellence Awards Celebrating Cross-Industry Innovation

Entries are now officially open for the 2026 Innovation Excellence Awards, hosted by The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers, celebrating outstanding innovation across the industries it represents. 

Published: 22 Apr 2026

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UK AD SPEND ROSE 11.4% TO £12.5BN IN Q3 2025

The latest Advertising Association/WARC Expenditure report has found that UK advertising spend rose by 11.4% to £12.5bn in Q3 2025.

Published: 29 Jan 2026

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New CAP Guidance on Less Healthy Food Advertising

The ASA has today published its final guidance for industry on the new rules around Less Healthy Foods (LHF) advertising.

Published: 05 Dec 2025

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Immediate Appoints Heather Payne as New Chief Technology & Product Officer

Immediate, home to trusted brands that people love, have announced the appointment of Heather Payne as Chief Technology & Product Officer.

Published: 30 Mar 2026

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Matt Weston outpaces teammates as Britain’s most-read-about 2026 Winter Olympian

Winter Olympics double-gold medalist Matt Weston has won significantly more readership attention than his fellow Team GB athletes, according to Taboola.

Published: 26 Feb 2026

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Taboola Names Krishan Bhatia as Chief Business Officer; Amazon Ads and NBCUniversal Veteran to Lead Global Sales and Partnerships

Taboola today announced the expansion of its leadership team with the hiring of Krishan Bhatia as Chief Business Officer.

Published: 24 Feb 2026

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