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New report finds wide disparity in AI tollbooths for publishers

May 31, 2026

The same companies building AI products that strip publishers of traffic are now writing the rules for AI licensing.

Read moreNew report finds wide disparity in AI tollbooths for publishers

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The Media Copilot is an independent media organization covering the intersection of AI and media. Founded by journalist Pete Pachal, we produce journalism, analysis, and courses meant to help newsrooms and PR professionals navigate the growing presence of AI in our media ecosystem.

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