The Localised European News Service (Lens) is a cross-border media initiative supported by the European Commission, designed to make European affairs clearer, more accessible, and more relevant to everyday life. By connecting EU decisions with national realities, lensEU helps audiences better understand how Europe shapes their daily lives.
Bringing together leading European news organisations, lensEU produces a weekly podcast and newsletter that offer clear, comparative perspectives on the key issues shaping Europe. Produced in English and adapted into several European languages, its content is free to access.
The Audio Marketplace (TAM), part of the European Audio Dataspace (EAD) project supported by the European Commission, is an innovative initiative designed to transform how audio content is exchanged, monetized, and shared across Europe. This pioneering digital platform connects podcasters, media organizations, and audio producers, providing a secure and ethical marketplace for trading high-quality audio materials.
The Audio Marketplace creates opportunities for collaboration and growth by offering a centralized B2B platform for content creators to trade news soundbites, raw audio, podcasts and cultural soundscapes. Leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, the platform ensures multilingual access through automatic translation and transcription, enabling seamless cross-border exchanges. It also emphasizes diversity and inclusion, promoting content that reflects Europe’s cultural and linguistic richness while upholding European values of transparency and media integrity.
The Audio Marketplace tackles challenges such as monetization, international market access, and disinformation with rigorous standards and monitoring mechanisms. By offering a trusted environment for audio content, the platform empowers creators to unlock new revenue streams, expand their reach, and foster innovation.
Whether you are a content producer seeking to monetize your work or a buyer looking for reliable audio resources, The Audio Marketplace is your gateway to the future of audio collaboration. The Audio Marketplace is where Europe’s audio content comes to life.
Milestones
June 2026
The Audio Marketplace (TAM) welcomes the lensEU European project
September 23th 2025
Online event to showcase the platform
September 16th 2025
Public Launch of The Audio Marketplace (TAM) platform
April 2025
Soft Launch and review of the European Audio Data Space platform
September 2024
Start of weekly workshops, executive and strategic board meetings
July 2024
Kick off of the European Audio Data Space
August 2024
Launch of a market survey in the European podcasting and audio industry
News
Discover the latest in Europe’s audio scene with The Audio Marketplace, featuring expert insights, exclusive events, and industry news tailored for audio professionals and podcasters.
