Inside R&D: Innovation Explained
Inside R&D: Innovation Explained
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This podcast focuses on the future of technology in media, made by the BBC’s own Research & Development team and explains the innovation behind it.
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The podcast focuses on themes such as blockchain's impact on media, youth engagement in media, leveraging AI for journalism and content verification, and addressing misinformation in news. For instance, episodes discuss decentralised ledger technology and its implications, as well as AI's role in enhancing journalistic integrity.

This podcast focuses on the future of technology in media, made by the BBC’s own Research & Development team and explains the innovation behind it.
Jon Page, former Head of Technology Strategy at BBC R&D, reflects on the pioneering internet‑based production workflows and audience‑shaping innovations he helped steer during his 13‑year tenure. He shares how long‑term thinking, a deep commitment to public‑service values, and close collaboration with entrepreneurial partners enabled R&D to influence industry standards and anticipate technological shifts. Together, we explore how BBC R&D continues to shape the future of media for the public good.
Follow the links below to learn more about the things mentioned in this episode:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/rd/blog/2019-01-ip-production-standards-interoperability-facilities
https://www.bbc.co.uk/rd/topics/ip-production
https://www.bbc.co.uk/rd/articles/2025-12-immersive-interactive-live-music-experiences
https://www.bbc.co.uk/rd/articles/2024-09-immersive-augmented-virtual-reality-metaverse-3d
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