NINE CEO EYES AI GROWTH AS COSTS GET CUT

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WED, AUG 26, 2026

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Nine Entertainment's CEO Matt Stanton expects new Australian media bargaining laws to unlock publishing opportunities through AI deals, even as the network implements a $160 million cost reduction program.

Parliament passed revamped media bargaining legislation last week, designed to compel tech platforms into commercial arrangements with news publishers. Stanton told investors the company maintains a "good pipeline" of AI-related deals moving forward. The updated laws strengthen Nine's negotiating position with major platforms over content licensing and AI training data usage. This regulatory shift could generate fresh revenue streams to offset ongoing newsroom reductions. Nine is targeting $160 million in cost cuts, which will impact editorial operations across its publishing division. The network balances this efficiency drive with investment in AI partnerships, positioning itself to capitalize on emerging commercial opportunities in the sector. The legislation represents a significant shift in how Australian media companies can negotiate with global tech giants, potentially reshaping the economics of digital publishing.

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