The International Fact-Checking Network's 2024 report reveals significant challenges facing global fact-checkers, particularly financial sustainability, with nearly 90% of organizations citing it as their primary concern. The survey captured insights from 141 organizations across 67 countries, reflecting on the impacts of Meta's recent decision to terminate its U.S. fact-checking program, which contributed substantially to the revenue of many participants. Furthermore, the study discusses the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and emphasizes the essential collaborative efforts among fact-checkers to navigate these challenges effectively, particularly in regions like Latin America facing additional journalism funding cuts.
Close to 90% of fact-checkers cited financial sustainability as the top challenge for their organizations. This uncertainty is compounded by recent program cancellations.
Meta's decision to end its U.S. fact-checking program has raised financial uncertainties for fact-checkers globally, as many rely heavily on these funds.
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