Metro Monitor Acquires Online Radio Recording Platform DAR.fm
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama – August 22, 2023 – Metro Monitor, a leader in media monitoring and news tracking, today announced the strategic acquisition of DAR.fm, a pioneering platform in digital radio and podcast recording. This deal forms a part of Metro Monitor’s ongoing growth strategy, enabling the company to broaden its service offerings and deepen its media coverage footprint.
“The acquisition of DAR.fm marks an exciting milestone for Metro Monitor,” says Bryan Council, Metro Monitor’s president. “We are driven by our mission to provide the most comprehensive media monitoring services to our clients. The integration of DAR.fm’s unique capabilities into our system not only strengthens our technological base but also gives our clients even greater access to global radio news content.”
Since its inception, DAR.fm has been an innovator in the digital radio landscape with its internet based radio recording platform that allows users to capture, store, and replay radio broadcasts from thousands of stations across the world. These functionalities align perfectly with Metro Monitor’s commitment to delivering robust media insights.
“With DAR.fm’s technology, we’ll enhance our ability to track, record, and analyze radio broadcasts, offering our clients comprehensive, real-time media intelligence across an even wider array of news outlets,” adds Council.
As part of the acquisition, the DAR.fm team will join Metro Monitor, bringing with them a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to innovation.
“Both of our teams share the vision of empowering clients with comprehensive media monitoring solutions,” says Council. “The combined expertise of Metro Monitor and DAR.fm will deliver a one of kind service offering to our clients.”
About Metro Monitor
Metro Monitor is a leading provider of media monitoring services, offering comprehensive news tracking and analysis solutions. Its services enable businesses, government agencies, universities, and nonprofits to stay informed about the media conversations that impact their organizations.
About DAR.fm
DAR.fm is a digital platform that allows users to record radio shows and podcasts from around the world, enabling them to listen at their convenience. Dar.fm’s technology revolutionizes the way users interact with digital radio, providing a new level of control and flexibility
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