In this release of BLOX NXT (version 0.25.0), we’re delivering a major set of new features and improvements across editorial workflows, subscription management, dashboards, and Email Reach. Highlights include a new Transactions app (beta) for centralized payment tracking, improved workflow management controls, multi-domain dashboard filtering, enhanced batch upload presets, and a new relationships filter in the editor. This release also addresses numerous bugs spanning inline asset handling, publishing controls, dark mode visibility, and more.
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This groundbreaking two-year study of 12 news organizations reveals the hidden pitfalls of hard paywalls and the transformative power of dynamic strategies.
There is a moment in every key partnership where things just click. A turning point when a tool becomes more than just another piece of software; it becomes the backbone of a strategy.
The best CMS platform feels like a natural extension of your team. It should anticipate your needs, clear away obstacles, and give you more time to focus on what you do best: creating impactful content. With that in mind, we're thrilled to un…
The beta release of BLOX NXT (version 0.24.0) introduces new content management features, AI-powered editing tools, and enhanced asset workflows. The BLOX Digital Assistant is an AI-powered chat assistant that exists directly within the NXT editor, offering real-time assistance for drafting, editing, and asset discovery.
In BLOX NXT 0.23.0, we’re introducing BLOX Email Reach (BETA) for newsletter creation, list management, and campaign scheduling, along with major enhancements across Editorial, Community, Services, and Data. This release improves real-time collaboration with live author presence, upgrades workflow indicators, streamlines filtering and duplication, adds video trimming tools, and boosts visibility for print workflows and metadata. We’ve expanded beta tools like Feeds and Delimited Service Management, added new dashboard filters and exports, launched the Video Plays Dashboard (BETA), refined UI elements, and fixed numerous bugs for a faster, more reliable experience.
At BLOX Digital, ongoing conversations with our partners fuel our innovation. The digital advertising world never stands still, so our mission is to make sure you're always ahead of the curve with fresh, effective solutions that grow your aud…
In this major release of BLOX NXT (version 0.22.0), significant updates have been introduced across the Editorial, Community, and Data areas. Editors gain powerful new tools like Find & Replace in the article editor, frame capture for video posters, Quick Filters in search, notifier post creation directly from assets, video-by-URL embedding, and expanded video/image management.
On the community side, subscription and service management see easier editing, a redesigned rate editor, improved permissions, and export options, while new dashboards, filtering, and live indicators strengthen data insights. Numerous UI refinements, accessibility improvements, and bug fixes further streamline newsroom and CSR workflows.
States like California, New York, and Colorado enforce simple, self-serve cancellation laws, with more states joining in 2025. Compliance with the strictest laws is key.
In this release of BLOX NXT (version 0.21.0), we have introduced a range of editorial and design enhancements aimed at improving usability, workflow efficiency, and editorial flexibility.
On the data and community side, the release enhances user experience with smarter KPI indicators, a more intuitive Activity Stream (with load-more functionality and user attribution), and UI upgrades to the navigation menus and design tools.
Imagine a world where your CMS not only helps tell your story but also amplifies its impact with perfect precision and timing. That's the world of BLOX NXT. Uniting advanced AI technology with intuitive design, BLOX NXT empowers organizations…
Is your audience data holding you back? Many organizations struggle with fragmented analytics, leading to blind spots, missed opportunities, and costly decisions. But it doesn't have to be this way.
Most publishers rely on fragmented data, leading to blind spots, missed opportunities, and costly decisions. This white paper exposes the dangers of disconnected data and reveals how to unlock faster growth, stronger engagement, and a competitive edge with unified insights.
Choosing a Content Management System (CMS) partner is one of the most crucial decisions for any news organization, whether you're running a bustling newspaper or a dynamic broadcast station. The right CMS can streamline your operations, enhance your digital presence, and ensure that you deli…
The FTC's new Click-to-Cancel Rule is a wake-up call for subscription-based businesses. Finalized on October 16, 2024, the rule mandates that it must be as simple for consumers to cancel their subscriptions as it was for them to sign up. This is a significant modernization of the Negative Op…
BLOX Digital is thrilled to announce the release of BLOX Digital Embedded, a groundbreaking new series that goes behind the scenes of some of today's most innovative newsrooms. The five-episode Season 1 showcases how BLOX Digital solutions, including the powerful next-gen CMS BLOX NXT, are d…
In this release of BLOX NXT (version 0.18.1), we have made a number of bug fixes including an update to the new subscription wizard to ensure delivery address remains as entered, an update to the labels on the Total Subscription Revenue widget to reflect the correct month, and an update sear…
In this release of BLOX NXT (version 0.18.0), we have expanded the preview functionality to display draft updates made since the last publish, made improvements to inline assets to surface information such as Alignment, Widget, Presentation, and Caption, laid the groundwork to know the date …
BLOX NXT, created by BLOX Digital, is the recipient of Future's Best of Show Award, presented at the 2025 NAB Show by ITPro.
BLOX Digital proudly announces the official public launch of BLOX NXT, its cutting-edge content management platform, debuting on April 3rd, 2025. Designed to transform how organizations create, manage, and monetize content, this milestone marks BLOX Digital's boldest step forward in empoweri…
The Spring 2025 BLOX Digital Drop is the ultimate showcase for the launch of the first public release of BLOX NXT, our next-generation content management platform (CMS).
Subscription revenue can be unpredictable, and if your numbers are flatlining—or worse, declining—it's a clear signal to revisit your strategy. Subscription growth isn't about setting up a paywall and forgetting about it. The most effective tools require consistent optimization, testing, mea…
When it comes to innovation, success is rarely built in a single leap. At BLOX Digital, we understand that creating something extraordinary requires a thoughtful, step-by-step approach. That's why we've adopted a "plank-by-plank" development philosophy for BLOX NXT, our revolutionary new CMS…
By partnering with BLOX Digital, SME Media has transformed AdvancedManufacturing.org into a dynamic platform that drives growth, streamlines publishing, and keeps readers coming back.
BLOX Digital is proud to announce the appointment of Kate Murphy as the new Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing. As the company prepares to launch BLOX NXT, its revolutionary next-gen content management system, Kate’s appointment underscores BLOX Digital's commitment to innovation…
BLOX Digital is thrilled to announce the beta launch of BLOX NXT (pronounced "next"), a groundbreaking new content management system that is set to redefine how media organizations manage, monetize, and distribute content. Starting this December, select partners will get a first look at BLOX…
For over 200 years, The Inquirer and Mirror has been a steadfast voice for the Nantucket community. With its deep roots in the island’s stories and traditions, the publication faced a critical moment in its history: the need to embrace the digital age. This transformation would require maint…
With the holiday season quickly approaching, everyone is looking for that perfect gift. For businesses in the media and publishing space, the festive period presents an exciting opportunity to reach new audiences, foster loyalty, and boost revenue. Enter gift subscriptions with Audience+ fro…
Join us to learn about the release of the first version of the BLOX Total CMS Client Plug-in for Adobe InDesign, built on Adobe’s Unified Extensibility Platform (UXP). This new plug-in offers powerful capabilities that will transform your design workflow within Adobe InDesign.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - EAST MOLINE, IL (Sept. 12, 2024) - BLOX Digital is proud to announce that Aaron Gillette has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing. Aaron has been instrumental in driving the company’s strategic rebrand, which has not only refreshed our identity but also positi…
EAST MOLINE, IL (Sept. 4, 2024) - BLOX Digital is thrilled to announce the promotion of Sinead Steele to Chief Solutions Officer (CSO), marking a new chapter in our commitment to innovation and growth. With an unparalleled career spanning both media and technology, Sinead brings a wealth of …
We all know that print publishing presents its own set of unique challenges, and navigating these can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re excited to introduce a game-changing tool that will revolutionize your image processing workflow.
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