Increase in news production volume
Computerisation and satellites increase volume of news transmitted - 1 million words a day compared to 600,000 in 1975.
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Impact: first photo editorial system
The system uses an analogue signal, and the client must have a digital receiver to get photos on their screen. The computer operating system is provided by AFP.
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Polycom Satellite
The Polycom subsidiary is created and a satellite distribution network set up to supply clients.
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Opening of the regional centre in Nicosia (Arabic desk)
The Arabic desk, previously based in Cairo, is transferred to Nicosia.