Artribune proposes European federation of cultural newspapers
On January 22, 2024, in Turin, Massimiliano Tonelli, the editor of Artribune, suggested establishing a European federation of cultural newspapers to enhance collaboration and efficiency in various areas, including content, supply chains, professional services, and advertising. He emphasized that the current climate is ripe for such partnerships, highlighting that Artribune ranks as the most visited cultural website in Europe, according to Similarweb. Rather than seeking direct EU funding, Tonelli advocates for incentives and tax reductions to motivate operators to create networks. His proposal also aims to utilize AI to bridge language gaps and provide integrated advertising solutions for European institutions to enhance their visibility across the continent.
Key facts
- Massimiliano Tonelli is the editor of Artribune.
- Artribune is the largest cultural website in Europe by traffic according to Similarweb.
- Tonelli proposed a European federation of cultural newspapers.
- The proposal includes synergies in content, supply chains, professional services, and advertising.
- AI is seen as a tool to overcome language barriers.
- Tonelli spoke on January 22, 2024, in Turin at an event organized by MEP Mercedes Bresso.
- The event was titled 'Per un Rinascimento Europeo della Cultura – Idee per un Mercato Comune'.
- The European elections are scheduled for November 2024.
- Tonelli calls for incentives and tax breaks, not direct EU funding.
- Artribune also publishes newsletters: Incanti (art market), Render (urban regeneration), PAX (cultural tourism), and Lettera (daily).
Entities
Artists
- Massimiliano Tonelli
Institutions
- Artribune
- Exibart
- Gambero Rosso
- Similarweb
- University of Siena
Locations
- Turin
- Italy
- Europe