Digital News, Industry News

Barry McIlheney 1960-2025
Barry McIlheney was a tireless advocate for the publishing industry, for the magazine brands it encompasses and the talented journalists who bring them to life.
Digital News, Industry News
Digital News, Industry News
Bridged Media has introduced AI Agents built to assist publishers in elevating digital publishing tasks. Focused on helping human teams rather than replacing them, Bridged Media is dedicated to AI that sparks creativity, speeds up production, and preserves editorial standards.
Bridged Media offers tools that handle repetitive editorial tasks, giving journalists more time to focus on creativity, strategy, and storytelling.
Their set of eight AI agents are purpose-built to optimise every stage of the audience journey, from content ideation to conversion. Designed to slot into existing workflows, these tools help boost performance and unlock new revenue streams.
Key benefits include:
Every AI agent runs on smaller language models, ensuring safety and careful integration into existing workflows.
Maanas Mediratta, CEO of Bridged Media said “As the internet once reshaped the workplace, so will AI, but people will remain at the centre. We build systems that rely on human insight, oversight, and optimisation. AI should be a teammate, not a replacement.”
To help publishers understand where AI can deliver the most value, Bridged Media has also launched a 5-minute AI readiness survey. This self-assessment gives media organisations a tailored report outlining:
Take the survey and receive your personalised AI readiness snapshot here.
Barry McIlheney was a tireless advocate for the publishing industry, for the magazine brands it encompasses and the talented journalists who bring them to life.
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