Welcome to the AWS Publishing Forum — where industry leaders explore the forces shaping publishing's future.
Discover how AI is augmenting editorial craft, how AI agents are reshaping content discovery and revenue, how audience engagement is evolving, and how new AI-driven products can fuel growth.
Hear success stories and gain actionable insights on AI strategy, personalisation, content monetisation, and ad tech — all grounded in customer-first approaches that deliver business value and competitive advantage.
Panelists: Terry Hornsby, Reach - Chief Product & Technology Officer;Jane Barrett, Thomson Reuters – Head of AI Strategy; Jack Lefley, PA Media - Editor-in-Chief
and Nadine Forshaw, The Sun - Head of Innovation
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From AI-generated summaries and headline testing to fact-checking and style enforcement, editorial teams are quietly integrating AI into the writing and editing process. Our panelists share how they're using AI to support journalists at the point of creation and the guardrails they've put in place to protect editorial standards, accuracy, and the distinctive voice their readers trust.Â
Presented by Anup Purewal, DC Thomson- Chief Data Officer Â
DC Thomson takes the spotlight in this customer session, exploring how the iconic Scottish media company drives innovation. Expect insights into DCT's strategic approach, hands-on tactics like hackathons, and a deep dive into The Beano Brain — an AI-powered initiative built around one of their most beloved brands. The session wraps with DCT's future direction and practical tips for organisations pursuing similar transformation.Â