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Radio's digital revolution
11.02.2021 - France![France France](/assets/flags/fr-e71e32e8eecca7dcd3095a828e41bf83.gif)
In this interview with Euradio, WorldDAB's Jean-Marc Dubreuil discusses the benefits of DAB+, digital radio in the car and the progress of DAB+ in Europe (in French).
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DAB+ now the leading digital platform for radio in French-speaking Belgium
11.02.2021 - Belgium![Belgium Belgium](/assets/flags/be-96296ae64d7cbb085a8ef80198dd6c73.gif)
IPSOS survey results reveal that DAB+ is now the leading digital radio platform in French-Speaking Belgium. Digital platforms now represent one third of listening, DAB+ is the leading digital platform for the first time, while listening on FM is down by 18%.
DAB+ leading digital platform for radio in French-speaking Belgium
11.02.2021 - Belgium![Belgium Belgium](/assets/flags/be-96296ae64d7cbb085a8ef80198dd6c73.gif)
The latest figures from the Ipsos/maRadio.be survey carried out at the end of 2020 are clear: awareness and consumption of DAB+ is soaring. Digital platforms now represent a third of listening volume, with DAB+ as the leading digital platform for the first time, while listening on FM is down by 18%.
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DAB+ grows in French-speaking Belgium
11.02.2021 - Belgium![Belgium Belgium](/assets/flags/be-96296ae64d7cbb085a8ef80198dd6c73.gif)
According to the figures revealed in the Ipsos / maRadio.be survey carried out at the end of 2020, 8 out 10 listeners in French-speaking Belgium now know what DAB+ is, and 1 in 5 choose DAB+ to listen to the radio. Digital platforms now account for over a third of all listening, and DAB+ receiver sales grew by 40% from 2019 to 2020.
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Paneda selected as DAB+ partner for Bulgaria's Fresh Media radio group
11.02.2021 - Paneda WorldDAB Member - Bulgaria![Bulgaria Bulgaria](/assets/flags/bg-8d3ec04a35bdfc19621eac118a6f5c3e.gif)
Fresh Media, the largest radio group in Bulgaria, has chosen Paneda as its partner for DAB+ systems, strengthening its position for the future rollout of DAB in Bulgaria.
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Hamburg's media regulator launches tender for DAB+ licences
10.02.2021 - Germany![Germany Germany](/assets/flags/de-f019892c041af467039bbe73df453b05.gif)
Hamburg's second state-wide multiplex will host a total of 16 stations on DAB+ digital radio. There are currently 46 stations available on DAB+ in the region.
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Polish Radio launches new DAB+ transmitter in eastern Poland
10.02.2021 - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
The new transmitter, which was launched in the region bordering Belarus, will enable DAB+ listeners in the region to access the same DAB+ stations as listeners in Warsaw.
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Xperi uses DTS Connected Radio to deliver digital radio in-vehicle infotainment
10.02.2021 - Xperi Corporation WorldDAB Member - United States![United States United States](/assets/flags/us-4b3de4d03b313e9894f068d2d9dac1a5.gif)
DTS Autostage is a global hybrid combining linear broadcast with IP-delivered content for a more personalised in-cabin infotainment experience. It is currently compatible worldwide with DAB+, FM and HD Radio formats.
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Lidl to start selling Silvercrest DAB+ receivers in Germany
10.02.2021 - Germany![Germany Germany](/assets/flags/de-f019892c041af467039bbe73df453b05.gif)
From February 18, Lidl will be offering mini DAB+ receivers for 24.99€ in Germany, both in-store and online.
(Chip.de) Read more
Boom Radio launches on DAB
09.02.2021 - United Kingdom![United Kingdom United Kingdom](/assets/flags/gb-1674fbf6dc097793ed59ab21f9925986.gif)
A new national station for “Baby Boomers” — the 50, 60 and 70-something population — will launch this month on DAB in cities across the UK including London, Birmingham and Glasgow.