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STM APAC Conference – Advancing Open Science in the Region

On June 17, 2025, STM co-hosted its inaugural APAC Conference in Beijing in partnership with CNPIEC and supported by Society of China University Journals. Themed “Open Driven by Innovation,” the event brought together over 300 leaders in research, publishing, and library services to chart a collaborative, innovative future for open science in the Asia-Pacific region. ...
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PubTech 2025 – Technology Driving the Future of Academic Publishing

On June 16, 2025, STM supported the 3rd PubTech Conference in Beijing, aligning with global partners to explore how technological innovation is reshaping scholarly publishing. Organized by China National Publications Import & Export (Group) Co., Ltd. (CNPIEC) and co-organized with the Society of China University Journals and APPA Key Laboratory, this year’s PubTech focused for…

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STM commissions study to explore how publishers support research integrity 

Research communications today face growing, coordinated threats to their integrity—from paper mills and manipulated peer review to systemic pressures that can compromise trust. In response, STM’s Research Integrity Committee has commissioned Research Consulting to map how publishing organisations across the sector are working to safeguard the scholarly record. In recent years, publishers have retracted thousands…

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Caroline Sutton on science, trust & AI | The Bookseller

How do we maintain trust in science in an age of disinformation, political polarization, and rapid AI development? In a wide-ranging interview with The Bookseller, STM CEO Caroline Sutton outlines why trusted research is a global public good—and how publishers are on the front lines of protecting it. She touches on: • AI and the…

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Join STM’s Social Responsibility Committee

Are you part of an STM member organisation and looking for a way to get more involved? STM’s Social Responsibility Committee is in need of three new members. The term runs two to three years, and the committee meets monthly to take action for equitable, inclusive and sustainable practices in scholarly publishing. Learn more about STM’s…

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What is next for AI and copyright in Europe?

The European Commission will soon launch a study to evaluate the 2019 EU Copyright Directive—examining its benefits, implementation challenges, and unresolved issues, particularly around text and data mining (TDM) exceptions for commercial and scientific research. Beyond the evaluation, the Commission will explore potential new measures to support the development of a licensing market that enables…

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EU AI Act’s Code of Practice and summary of training content

Updates remain limited on the Code of Practice for General-Purpose AI and the accompanying template for a sufficiently detailed summary of training content. Both documents are currently with the EU’s new AI Office, which will consult the AI Board (Member State representatives) during June. Latest reports suggest the Code, the summary template, and the General-Purpose…

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Consultation period on European Research Area Act opening soon

A call for evidence and a detailed questionnaire will be launched in the coming weeks on the official consultation page. In parallel, a new study will begin to assess the economic impact of proposed measures—such as an EU-wide Secondary Publication Right and changes to copyright exceptions for scientific research—on stakeholders including publishers. It will be…

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Now live: Level 3 of the SDG Sustainability Roadmap | Driving targeted action for global impact

STM is proud to announce the launch of Level 3 of its SDG Sustainability Roadmap, a new benchmark for how academic publishers can contribute meaningfully to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Building on the foundations set in Levels 1 & 2, this advanced stage equips organisations with the tools to deliver focused, targeted actions…

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STM at IFRRO’s Mid-Year Meetings: Advancing Global Copyright Dialogue in Luxembourg

STM General Counsel Molly Stech participated in the 2025 Mid-Year Meetings of the International Federation of Reproduction Rights Organisations (IFRRO), held from 19 to 21 May in Luxembourg. The meetings brought together more than 120 delegates from 62 member organizations, including European policymakers, academics, collective management organizations, and representatives of authors and publishers, to explore…

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Stay True to the (AI) Act — Stay true to creativity and knowledge

A united cultural and scientific front is calling on EU policymakers to honour the intent of the AI Act and uphold the core principles that protect Europe’s creators, researchers, and rights holders.  As implementation unfolds, there is growing concern that current drafts threaten to dilute the Act’s original safeguards—especially around transparency, consent, and enforceable rights….

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