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Global launches Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Pubcast for Make Some Noise with Delayed Donation

Posted on by Andrea Putnam-Moorcroft

London

1st October

Global, the media & entertainment company, has launched The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X’s annual charity ‘pubcast’ with a delayed donation mechanic.

Once again, The Chris Moyles Show team have recorded their no-holds-barred ‘pubcast’ – a special edition of their Radio X Show podcast recorded in the pub – featuring guests including Hollywood star Kiefer Sutherland in aid of Global’s Make Some Noise charity.

The pubcast, now in its 4th year is available for the first time through SMS interaction by texting a shortcode, to receive a unique link to stream or download the audio content. Powered by Fonix Mobile, a voluntary donation of £5 is then taken from the user, unless they decide to opt out.

This is the first time that content has been delivered using this method which has previously been used to facilitate voluntary donations from competition entries. Global’s Enterprise Director, Joel Stern said “We have been looking at how to facilitate the delivery of premium content with a charity element for some time and the delayed donation mechanic ensures the simplest possible user journey, whilst maximising the benefit for Global’s Make Some Noise and the small charities that benefit from it.”

The PSA is extending the implementation period

Posted on by Andrea Putnam-Moorcroft

Following publication of the PSA’s Statement on introducing new Special conditions for all subscription services, and the new Special conditions for Recurring Donation services, the PSA held an implementation workshop for industry members working in the charity space to raise any implementation-specific queries, ahead of the regulatory changes coming into force on 1 November 2019.

At the workshop it was identified that some charity print and broadcast advertisements that have already been produced for upcoming campaigns may not be compliant with the updated Special conditions for Recurring Donation services.

Following consideration of this issue, the PSA is extending the implementation date for Special conditions RDS6(d) and RDS7(c) for specific providers, which will now come into force on 6 January 2020. The PSA considers that this will enable those providing recurring donation services who intend to use the two-stage Mobile Originating Short Message Service to obtain consumer consent to charge, sufficient time to make the necessary changes to their television and print advertisements to ensure compliance with the new Special conditions. This represents an approximately nine-week extension to the previous implementation date of 1 November 2019.

Full details can be found from PSA

World Telemedia Marbella – The Conference for Interactive Media & Micropayments

Posted on by Andrea Putnam-Moorcroft

We are delighted to announce that World Telemedia 2019 is once again set to grow, with delegate numbers look set to exceed last year’s figure of 528 individuals. World Telemedia has become central to the mVAS industry providing a unique annual trading exchange for premium services, content, apps, billing and engagement solutions. This remarkable turnaround is underpinned by over 60 leading international providers, who choose to promote and sponsor another packed conference, exhibition and networking schedule.

With a new commitment to showcasing how DCB and how other new payment technologies are combining with a range of digital engagement strategies to help drive sales of value added services [VAS], monetise content and create billable interactive applications – World Telemedia has become an established destination for brands, merchants, affiliates networks, media groups and content owners. A current list of participating companies can be here.

Discount: If you are an aimm member, remember you can claim your discount, if you have not yet booked your ticket. Members will receive 10% off, by using code AIM10WT19

The conference programme has gone through a renaissance, with a high-quality speaker line up that includes the likes of Three, Media Futures, mGage, Payguru, White Label Dating, Juniper Research, Seriously Fresh Media, ROCCO Research, Traffic Partners – to name but a few. aimm will also be there speaking at the conference as well as taking advantage on the networking opportunities to meet as many new faces as possible. Please make sure you come and say hello. 

View full programme.

The World Telemedia Facebook Page has an excellent archive of videos that reveal what you can expect from this yeas event along with a host of interviews taken from last years show. Check out what a couple of “telemedia pioneers” from the affiliate world said about last year’s event;

Mobidea and Kimia Group, Mobipium , Prelinker, Opticks

Serious About Business Networking

At World Telemedia they take business networking very seriously. From meeting the next big customer, business partner or sparking a new idea, it’s all about meeting the right connections and forging relationships. The ‘Meet’ process is facilitated by a range of lavish headline parties and the ever-popular speed networking sessions but perhaps more unusually – all participants are invited to enjoy a wide range of excellent lunch events, including wine and included in the pass price of €495.

Check out the full program of networking events

Book your event pass today www.wtevent.co.uk

About World Telemedia – Billing Technologies That Drive VAS & Monetise Content

World Telemedia, 14-16 October 2019, H10 Andalucia Plaza, Marbella

World Telemedia is for any business that wishes to engage and commercialise “connected consumers” whilst they use mobile devices and telephones; to interact with value added service and content promotions.
Visit the only European event that showcases how carrier billing and other alternative payment platforms are evolving to create a dynamic “Telemedia” value chain which drives huge volumes of minutes, messages and traffic – worldwide.

 

 

World Telemedia have got the balls to spread the message about micropayments

Posted on by Andrea Putnam-Moorcroft

We are pleased to announce that World Telemedia are kindly supporting our Golf Day on the 19th by providing each player with a pack of limited edition World Telemedia golf balls to use on the day, as well as being there in person on the day.

With our teams booked in, and the tee off times being finalised there is not long to go before we head out to the green at the Selsdon Estate.

Several of the players at our golf day will also be at World Telemedia that is taking place from the 14th October in Marbella. World Telemedia is for any business that wishes to engage and commercialise “connected consumers” whilst they use mobile devices and telephones; to interact with value added service and content promotions. Now celebrating their 30th anniversary year – WT has established itself as a key destination for Advertisers, Merchants, Media and Content Owners – who want seamless micropayment solutions and engagement tools that drive sales and convert customers across a globally expanding range of digital communication networks.

aimm will be there at the event and speaking on at least one panel, and will be joined by many of our members who make the trip out each year to take advantage of the concentration of knowledge and new technology insights that are available at the conference.

If you are not yet going but are interested it is not too late to get your ticket: https://www.wtevent.co.uk/

Fonix to power mobile donations across all of Cancer Research UK’s fundraising activity

Posted on by Andrea Putnam-Moorcroft

Fonix, the mobile messaging and payments specialist, today announced that it has extended its partnership with Cancer Research UK, one of the world’s leading cancer charities dedicated to saving lives through research.

Fonix first started working with Cancer Research UK in 2017 for the Stand Up To Cancer campaign, a joint national fundraiser from Cancer Research UK and Channel 4, seamlessly enabling mobile donations and Gift Aid. This continued in 2018 with Fonix successfully processing SMS donations to Stand Up To Cancer made during the live show on Channel 4 – significantly contributing to the record £24.6 million raised on the night.

This extended contract will see Fonix power the mobile donations across all of the charity’s fundraising activity, including Race for Life, other challenge events such as Shine Night Walk and the Great Hike and also as a direct response to indoor and outdoor print advertising.

Kathryn Toner, Head of Individual Giving at Cancer Research UK said: “With a proven track record across all high-profile charity campaigns, Fonix’s experience and expertise in the charity sector speaks for itself.

“Text to donate is a great fundraising mechanic for the charity as it is a quick and easy way that the public can donate to the charity and help us bring forward the day when all cancers are cured. Cancer Research UK receives no government funding for its life saving research and relies entirely on the generosity of the public. We’re always looking for new ways that the public can donate to the charity such as raising donations via competitions.”

Clare Charles, account director at Fonix added: “It’s been such a privilege to work with Cancer Research UK over the past two years and in this time we’ve seen how our shared passion for innovation has positively impacted the amount raised for such a good cause.

“The extended partnership was the obvious next step for Fonix and Cancer Research UK, and we look forward to driving mobile donations and seeing the results across all fundraising activity.”