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Balancing licensed content: on- versus off-platform
30th April 2026
Much of the discussion around AI still centres on tools, features and rapid progress.
Yet beneath that noise, a more practical – and arguably more consequential – question is taking shape: “Where should licensed content actually sit?”.
Yet beneath that noise, a more practical – and arguably more consequential – question is taking shape: “Where should licensed content actually sit?”.
Finding common ground between stakeholders in AI licensing
16th April 2026
There’s a widening gap between how content is licensed and how users want to use it in AI workflows.
Stakeholders are adapting, but they are not in sync. This is creating tension across publishers, aggregators, information managers and end users.
At the core is a shift – from access-based models to outcome-driven value – that licensing hasn’t caught up with.
Bridging this gap requires alignment, clearer rules, and more practical AI-ready approaches.
Be an agent of change, not a victim of circumstance – tips for information professionals
9th April 2026
Take ownership of your career and become an agent for change, not a victim of circumstance.
After a 40-year career, Stephen Phillips offers his six tips for information professionals:
- Be commercial
- Commit to lifelong learning
- Distinguish “Clients” from “Users”
- Embrace technology
- Build supplier partnerships
- Invest in peer networking.
April 2026 update
1st April 2026
- Teams and AI reports & blog posts
- BASF demo of Qknows
- Focus this month on AI licensing
- Next research focus: Training users in AI
- A warm farewell.
An in-person afternoon with the Financial Times and Jinfo on AI and licensing
26th March 2026
Last week, Jinfo and the Financial Times co-organised an in-person event, bringing together around 60 information leaders from across the industry.
The subject was “Licensing the future: Premium publishing in the age of AI”. Here is a taste of the session, and some photos.
How is AI reshaping the role of information teams?
17th March 2026
Jinfo explores how information teams and roles are changing, as AI becomes embedded in everyday research workflows.
Our new report draws on conversations and interviews with the Jinfo community, and examines what this means for information leaders.
How AI is changing research work – but not reducing it
11th March 2026
Generative AI is often framed as a productivity breakthrough, promising faster answers and lighter workloads.
But, for many research and information teams, the reality looks quite different. Instead of reducing effort, AI is increasing expectations and reshaping responsibilities.
Seven priorities for information leaders in an AI-enabled environment
24th February 2026
The recent Jinfo community session on how AI is reshaping the work of information professionals attracted more than 40 participants, who shared their experiences and perspectives throughout the discussion.
The following insights suggest that those who adapt their positioning, clarify their value and design work intentionally around judgement and quality are well placed to thrive as AI continues to evolve. Full findings are published in a new Jinfo report.
From researchers to strategic advisors – information managers at a crossroads
11th February 2026
Jinfo has been interviewing members of the Jinfo network.
One clear finding is that AI literacy – applying skills already familiar to information professionals – is more important than ever.
In our new report, we highlight the concerns that weigh most heavily, and the opportunities giving shape to our work.
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