Media in the Digital Age

 Published 13 hours ago:  A new study finds that generative AI reduced news publisher traffic after mid-2024 but did not trigger widespread newsroom layoffs, reshaping discovery, design, and monetization strategies.

 Published yesterday:  TikTok has overtaken YouTube and Instagram as the top news platform for Americans aged 18 to 29, highlighting a major shift toward short-form, creator-driven news consumption.

 Published yesterday:  Poland has asked the European Commission to investigate TikTok for failing to curb AI-generated disinformation, urging an EU exit, citing risks to democratic processes and Digital Services Act compliance.

 Published 6 days ago:  Industry research highlights the growing influence of independent and niche publishers as mainstream journalism faces declining trust, revenue pressures, and fragmented audiences worldwide.

 Published last week:  Journalists in Bangladesh face rising online threats after mob attacks on media offices, amplifying fear for press freedom and safety in a tense political climate ahead of elections.

 Published last week:  Indian media organizations are debating ethical rules for artificial intelligence as newsrooms adopt AI tools, raising concerns over accuracy, accountability, and the future role of journalists.

 Published last week:  China has introduced new rules banning the sharing of obscene content on private messaging platforms, raising concerns among media analysts over censorship, privacy, and digital news circulation.

 Published last week:  Reporters Without Borders warns of online harassment campaigns targeting journalists, accusing OpIndia of fueling coordinated attacks that threaten press freedom and reporter safety.

 Published last week:  Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni reflects on major journalism challenges of 2025, including conflict zone risks, political pressures, and the rise of AI-driven misinformation.

 Published last week:  Thailand hosts a global initiative in Bangkok to combat online scams, bringing together governments and tech platforms, including Meta and TikTok, to enhance cross-border cooperation and public protection efforts.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Pakistan’s information minister warns AI is disrupting advertising jobs and invites proposals to protect creative professionals, signaling an early policy debate on AI and employment.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Pakistan plans to launch the BEEP secure messaging app for government officials by June 2026, modeled on WeChat, with end-to-end encryption and oversight by NITB.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Washington Post launches an AI-personalized podcast that permits user customization but faces staff and industry criticism over accuracy mistakes and journalistic integrity in early rollout.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Deepfake videos impersonating doctors are spreading health misinformation online, raising urgent concerns for public health, social media platforms, and newsroom verification efforts.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  The European Commission fines X 120 million euros under the Digital Services Act for deceptive blue check practices, ad transparency failures, and limiting researcher access to public data.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Recent surveys show a surge in AI adoption among journalists for research, drafting, fact-checking, and multimedia tasks, but many express deep worry over accuracy, originality, and trust issues in media.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Meta signs new AI licensing deals with major publishers, embedding news in AI tools, and creating new revenue opportunities for digital journalism

 Published last month:  As newsrooms move from text to video, journalists face new challenges in accuracy, ethics, and verification. Here is how the shift is reshaping journalism standards today.

 Published last month:  AI-generated videos are rapidly transforming political communication, raising concerns over misinformation, verification challenges, and evolving regulatory responses across major digital platforms.

 Published last month:  Investigative journalism is evolving with AI, data visualization, and open-source intelligence, giving reporters advanced tools to uncover complex stories and improve reporting accuracy.

 Published last month:  Newsrooms are testing human-in-the-loop AI editing to boost speed while preserving accuracy, oversight, and trust. Here is how editorial workflows and responsibilities are being redefined in 2025.

 Published last month:  Journalists should brace for both safety risks and new verification tools after X’s 'About This Account' feature begins to disclose the location of user accounts.

 Published last month:  X’s new “About This Account” transparency tool reveals many politically charged accounts running from foreign countries, raising questions about propaganda, anonymity, and platform trust.

 Published last month:  A major X outage on November 18 disrupted newsroom workflows, exposed platform dependence, and created openings for misinformation as media outlets scrambled to shift distribution channels.

 Published last month:  Podcasting is transforming how audiences in South Asia consume news, offering mobility, depth, and independence as traditional media face pressure and digital habits rapidly evolve.

 Published 2 months ago:  India’s government has proposed strict new rules mandating the labelling of AI-generated and deepfake media to curb misinformation and ensure content authenticity on social platforms.

 Published 2 months ago:  Smaller websites are losing traffic as Google’s AI-powered search summaries rise. Studies show sharp drops in clicks and visibility for independent publishers.

 Published 3 months ago:  Explore the ethics of AI-generated news. Learn how innovation, transparency, and accountability shape the future of journalism in the AI era.