Gen Z's new TikTok news habit widens the generational gap with TV-loving boomers
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"Despite concerns about misinformation and security, TikTok's popularity as a news source among Gen Z is significant, with reach surpassing traditional platforms like YouTube and Instagram."
"Online platforms have become the go-to source for news, with Gen Z, especially ages 12 to 15, increasingly turning to TikTok and Instagram over legacy media."
"Regulators are worried about the implications of misinformation on platforms like TikTok, but users seem to be aware of the risks in accuracy and impartiality."
"The shift toward social media as a primary news source shows a dramatic change in consumer behavior, with search engines still viewed as more reliable than social platforms."
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