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Major New Podcast Study Reveals Listener Habits, Trust in Hosts


Most podcast users are millennial males, listen weekly, and engage with podcasts at home, according to a major new study by the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) and Futuri Media, a leading audience engagement and sales intelligence technology firm.
Results were presented at the National Association of Broadcasters’ NAB Show on April 9 as part of a panel discussion titled “Radio’s New Analytics: Understanding Listeners, Delivering Results.”
The study, which included a national survey and in-depth interviews, was conducted in February 2019with 2,000 regular podcast users who listened to podcasts in the past six months, and 18 participants who gave in-depth interviews on their habits. The study did not define podcasting vs. other types of on-demand audio, and respondents self-identified as podcast listeners. The study results suggest that consumers now consider several types of on-demand audio to be podcasts.
While the study was not limited to those who use terrestrial radio, the sample was large enough that it delivered several insights on the radio format preferences of those who also listen to podcasts regularly.
The study found that nearly three-quarters of users have been listening to podcasts for less than three years and, on average, listen to 4 podcasts per week for either 30 or 60 minutes. Users listen to podcasts on multiple platforms, but YouTube is far and away the dominant platform (70%), followed by Spotify (34%), iTunes/Apple Podcasts app (33%), Pandora (30%), and Google Play music app (23%).
Not surprisingly, nearly 80% of survey respondents listen to podcasts on their mobile devices. What is somewhat surprising is that the users listen to podcast most frequently at home (3.9 on a 5-point frequency scale), followed by in vehicles (2.8/5).
Politics and Government podcasts are the most popular, with 15% listing it as their favorite genre. Music was next (11%) followed by interviews/conversations, comedy, sports and recreation and non-fiction storytelling, cited by 8 – 9% of respondents.
Listeners trust their podcast hosts highly, prefer host-read ads, and look for creative, informative, humorous, and integrated podcast experiences. They want to listen to hosts who are authentic, feel like a friend, and share the users’ passions and beliefs.
The study also found that among radio listeners who listen to podcasts regularly, 25-34 is the top age cell with both spoken word and music formats, with spoken word format attracting a more male audience (73% vs. 27% female), and music formats having a more even, but female-leaning split (51% female to 49% male). The top five favorite radio formats for regularly podcast listeners surveyed were Classic Rock (11%), Hip-Hop/Rap (10.9%), Country (10.4%), News/Talk (9.7%), and Alternative Rock (6.6%)
The study, which was supported by Futuri Media and their POST podcasting system, was designed and executed by UFCJC Telecommunication Professor and Director of Media Consumer Research Sylvia Chan-Olmsted with the help of doctoral student Ms. Rang Wang on the survey and undergraduate students in a capstone class who helped conduct the interviews. More insights from the study can be found at web.tresorit.com
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Bitget’s Ramadan Campaign Serves Over 60,000 Meals to Communities in Need

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has wrapped up its Ramadan charity initiative with an extraordinary milestone: 60,224 meals provided to families and individuals facing food insecurity across multiple regions. What began as a company-led effort quickly grew into a community-wide movement, with Bitget users, employees, and leadership coming together to amplify the campaign’s global reach.
The initiative started with an 8,000 USDT donation from Bitget, which laid the foundation for further contributions. Users rallied behind the cause, donating an additional 13,408 USDT—an amount Bitget proudly matched, doubling the impact. Beyond the platform’s direct efforts, local teams stepped up in meaningful ways. The Turkish office allocated 8,900 USDT to support families in their region. To cap the initiative, Vugar Usi Zade, Bitget’s Chief Operating Officer, personally contributed 16,000 AED to a UAE-based charity, reinforcing the campaign’s global reach.
For Bitget, corporate social responsibility isn’t an afterthought; it’s woven into the company’s ethos. This Ramadan campaign reflects a broader philosophy: that success in the digital asset space should translate into tangible good for communities worldwide. “Seeing our team, partners, and users come together in this way has been incredibly humbling,” said Vugar Usi Zade, COO of Bitget. “Crypto is about more than markets and technology; it’s about people. This initiative proves that we can make a real difference when we pool our resources, whether through donations, matching, or local action.”
The numbers tell only part of the story. Behind each meal is a family that didn’t have to worry about their next iftar, a child who went to bed nourished, or an individual who felt seen in a moment of need. That’s the kind of impact Bitget strives for—not just during Ramadan but year-round.
Bitget’s Ramadan campaign sets a new benchmark for what the crypto industry can achieve when it prioritizes giving back. With over 60,000 meals distributed, the effort underscores how businesses can and should leverage their platforms for social good. Future initiatives are already in the works, building on this momentum to address food security, education, and economic empowerment in underserved communities.
Thank you to those who contributed, whether through donations or spreading awareness. This wasn’t just Bitget’s campaign; it belonged to everyone who believed in its mission. And if this is what the community can accomplish together in a matter of weeks, imagine what’s next.
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Nomentia Unveils AI Cash Flow Forecasting for Accurate & Predictive Insights

HELSINKI, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nomentia, a European leader in treasury and cash management solutions, announces an enhancement to their existing cash flow forecasting solutions with powerful AI features. This upgrade accelerates implementation while delivering with more advanced and precise forecasting for businesses.
As businesses have increased demand for boosting efficiency with AI-driven solutions, treasurers and finance professionals are also looking for treasury management solutions equipped with AI to elevate their performance. AI provides exceptional power for data processing and the technology could enable treasury and finance teams to achieve more accurate, real-time financial insights for proactive risk management.
Accurate cash flow forecasting has always depended on data quality and analytical rigor, but traditional methods struggle with volatility and rapid market shifts. AI transforms this process by automatically detecting and correcting anomalies, accounting for seasonal patterns to minimize forecasting errors. With real-time data synchronization in one single platform, eliminating data siloes and outdated projections, AI-powered cash flow forecasting supports businesses to move beyond reactive planning and adopt a proactive financial strategy.
At Nomentia, predictive analytics for cash flow forecasting has been researched, implemented and perfected for years alongside with industry-leading clients. This has enabled us to bring the highest performing AI forecasting model specifically built for treasurers. The upgrade also includes improvement in implementation, allowing users to quickly access and leverage AI-driven cash flow forecasting.
Jukka Sallinen, Chief Executive Officer at Nomentia, expressed enthusiasm for the new milestone: “For years, we’ve worked alongside our clients to refine AI-driven cash flow forecasting, ensuring it meets the real-world challenges of modern treasury teams. With the power of AI, cash flow forecasting is not just a necessity, but a strategic advantage.”
With AI-powered forecasting, businesses can reduce uncertainty, optimize liquidity and make more confident financial decisions. In today’s rapidly changing markets, staying ahead means leveraging technology that not only predicts cash flow but also continuously adapts to new challenges – ensuring long-term financial stability and growth.
Hubert Rappold, Senior Treasury Expert at Nomentia, shared his perspective: “AI is revolutionizing cash flow forecasting by eliminating blind spots and providing real-time, data-driven insights. Instead of relying on static models, treasury teams can now adapt dynamically to market shifts, improving liquidity management and financial resilience.”
With AI-driven cash flow forecasting, Nomentia aims to equip businesses with highly accurate predictions and enhanced operational efficiency, enabling treasurers to make faster and better financial decisions.
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LONDON, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Regulatory compliance in Germany is complex – and non-compliance can be costly. S+P Compliance Services offers the S+P Compliance Package, a turnkey solution for companies regulated by BaFin, such as banks, investment firms, FinTechs, and asset managers.
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