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Photography
fromThe Phoblographer
10 hours ago

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.
#fact-checking
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Three ways AI is making reliable information harder to find - Poynter

AI is disrupting information consumption, leading to misinformation and challenges in staying informed amidst economic crises and news deserts.
fromPoynter
2 days ago
Online Community Development

In the absence of truth, misinformation becomes harmful: Nepal's experience shows why fact-checking matters in crises - Poynter

Online Community Development
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Three ways AI is making reliable information harder to find - Poynter

AI is disrupting information consumption, leading to misinformation and challenges in staying informed amidst economic crises and news deserts.
fromPoynter
2 days ago
Online Community Development

In the absence of truth, misinformation becomes harmful: Nepal's experience shows why fact-checking matters in crises - Poynter

UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

'Not fit for purpose' - the secret history of a deadly phrase

The phrase 'not fit for purpose' originated from a 2006 memo by Sir David Normington regarding the Home Office's inefficiencies.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
16 hours ago

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
16 hours ago

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This International Fact-Checking Day, use these 5 tips to spot AI-generated content

AI-generated content complicates distinguishing fact from fiction, especially in breaking news like the Iran war.
Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The Facebook insider building content moderation for the AI era | TechCrunch

Brett Levenson advocates for 'policy as code' to improve content moderation at Facebook, addressing deeper issues beyond technology.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

How to Navigate Brand Authenticity in the Age of AI Slop

Originality and authenticity in content are essential for brands to stand out in a saturated market dominated by low-quality AI-generated content.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
#israel
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

UN experts urge investigation into Israel's killing of Lebanese journalists

UN experts demand investigation into Israel's killing of journalists, citing impunity for previous attacks on press freedom.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

WATCH: CNN Journo Put In Chokehold During IDF Run-In

Journalists were detained by IDF soldiers while reporting on violence in the West Bank, highlighting tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

UN experts urge investigation into Israel's killing of Lebanese journalists

UN experts demand investigation into Israel's killing of journalists, citing impunity for previous attacks on press freedom.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

WATCH: CNN Journo Put In Chokehold During IDF Run-In

Journalists were detained by IDF soldiers while reporting on violence in the West Bank, highlighting tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.
#artificial-intelligence
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Investigate the AI campaigns flooding public agencies with fake comments

Artificial intelligence is being exploited to create fake grassroots opposition against clean air regulations, undermining public health initiatives.
Intellectual property law
fromNature
3 days ago

Hallucinated citations are polluting the scientific literature. What can be done?

Artificial intelligence is generating non-existent academic references, leading to hallucinated citations in scholarly publications.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Investigate the AI campaigns flooding public agencies with fake comments

Artificial intelligence is being exploited to create fake grassroots opposition against clean air regulations, undermining public health initiatives.
Intellectual property law
fromNature
3 days ago

Hallucinated citations are polluting the scientific literature. What can be done?

Artificial intelligence is generating non-existent academic references, leading to hallucinated citations in scholarly publications.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Python
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

The State of Trusted Open Source Report

AI is reshaping software development and security, influencing container image usage and vulnerability management.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Walrus
2 days ago

The War Against Misinformation Is Over. The Lies Won | The Walrus

The Canadian government's approach to hate crimes raises concerns about freedom of expression and potential overreach in regulating protests.
Writing
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

My Years-Long Fight to Say "They"

The author reflects on their journey of writing about their experiences as a Jehovah's Witness and the challenges faced in publishing.
Digital life
fromDigiday
4 days ago

In graphic detail: The long road to accountability for social media platforms

Big tech giants are now held accountable for harming children, marking a significant shift in social media regulation.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

Delve's CEO denies allegations of faking compliance evidence amid accusations from an anonymous source presenting alleged proof.
Higher education
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Student journalists are often on their own. I built a network to change that. - Poynter

A regional network of student newspapers was created to support collaboration and resource sharing among student-run publications in Philadelphia.
#ai-in-journalism
Education
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Journalism students are more skeptical of AI than you might think - Poynter

Finding a balanced approach to using AI in journalism is essential for ethical practices and effective learning.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

An AI company set out to fix news deserts. Instead, it copied local journalists' work - Poynter

Nota is shutting down its local news sites due to multiple instances of plagiarism in its articles.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 days ago

NYT Cuts Ties With Writer as Scrutiny of AI Content Grows

The New York Times severed ties with a freelance writer for using AI to draft a book review that plagiarized another publication.
Education
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Journalism students are more skeptical of AI than you might think - Poynter

Finding a balanced approach to using AI in journalism is essential for ethical practices and effective learning.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

An AI company set out to fix news deserts. Instead, it copied local journalists' work - Poynter

Nota is shutting down its local news sites due to multiple instances of plagiarism in its articles.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 days ago

NYT Cuts Ties With Writer as Scrutiny of AI Content Grows

The New York Times severed ties with a freelance writer for using AI to draft a book review that plagiarized another publication.
#fbi
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
22 hours ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Kash Patel's Push To Investigate Trump Foe Despite Lack of Evidence Has Raised Alarms' at FBI: WaPo

FBI Director Kash Patel's push to investigate Rep. Eric Swalwell raises concerns among FBI colleagues due to lack of evidence and potential risks to law enforcement.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
22 hours ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Kash Patel's Push To Investigate Trump Foe Despite Lack of Evidence Has Raised Alarms' at FBI: WaPo

FBI Director Kash Patel's push to investigate Rep. Eric Swalwell raises concerns among FBI colleagues due to lack of evidence and potential risks to law enforcement.
US Elections
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Reform to launch new podcast after run-ins with media

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, while Reform UK launches a podcast for behind-the-scenes political insights.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Photography

Israel Admits It Posted Photoshopped Photo of Slain Journalist as Evidence That He Was Part of Hezbollah

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Media industry

Senior European journalist suspended over AI-generated quotes

A senior journalist was suspended for using AI to generate inaccurate quotes, highlighting the risks of AI hallucinations in journalism.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago
Media industry

Has the Mainstream Media Failed Us?

Mainstream journalism and social media face crises while journalists must adapt to safeguard democracy amid misinformation, political violence, and aggressive government responses.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Reform to launch new podcast after run-ins with media

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, while Reform UK launches a podcast for behind-the-scenes political insights.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Photography

Israel Admits It Posted Photoshopped Photo of Slain Journalist as Evidence That He Was Part of Hezbollah

Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Senior European journalist suspended over AI-generated quotes

A senior journalist was suspended for using AI to generate inaccurate quotes, highlighting the risks of AI hallucinations in journalism.
Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Marketing
fromForbes
2 days ago

To Get Powerful Publicity, Build A Narrative Strategy

Building a clear, consistent narrative strategy is essential for organizations to connect with stakeholders and achieve sustainable success.
#trump
Non-profit organizations
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Trump defunding of NPR and PBS blocked by judge, but damage is already done

A federal judge ruled Trump's executive order defunding NPR and PBS violated the First Amendment, but Congress cut off all funding regardless.
US politics
fromRaw Story
2 days ago

Glaring error spotted in Trump's presidential library hype video: 'Is he stupid?'

A video mock-up of Trump's presidential library featured an American flag with 56 stars, sparking criticism and speculation about its meaning.
Non-profit organizations
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Trump defunding of NPR and PBS blocked by judge, but damage is already done

A federal judge ruled Trump's executive order defunding NPR and PBS violated the First Amendment, but Congress cut off all funding regardless.
US politics
fromRaw Story
2 days ago

Glaring error spotted in Trump's presidential library hype video: 'Is he stupid?'

A video mock-up of Trump's presidential library featured an American flag with 56 stars, sparking criticism and speculation about its meaning.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

What the F*ck': The New York Times Claims J-Pilled' Means Skeptical of Israel

The term 'J-pilled' is described as far-right slang for skepticism of Israeli influence, raising concerns about its implications and usage.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Ex-FBI Honcho Says Kash Patel Hack Just the Tip of the Iceberg' Embarrassing' Trump Admin Leaks To Come

This is just the tip of the iceberg. With Iran going to continue to hack and likely has already hacked Trump administration officials, it will start releasing that data in drips and drabs.
Privacy professionals
World news
fromPoynter
4 days ago

CNN journalists were detained in what Israel called a 'serious ethical and professional failure' - Poynter

CNN crew was detained and assaulted by Israeli military while reporting on violence against Palestinians.
Marketing
from3blmedia
3 days ago

"AI Can't Quote Coverage You Never Generated."

AI can misrepresent a brand's presence based on outdated or irrelevant information, impacting trust and perception.
Media industry
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How AI agents are changing journalism

Working agentically with AI tools significantly enhances productivity and shifts focus from task execution to outcome management.
#meta
Online Community Development
fromNieman Lab
1 week ago

Meta's Oversight Board warns that "Community Notes" aren't a proper substitute for fact-checking globally

Meta's Oversight Board ruled that Community Notes cannot replace its fact-checking program due to significant human rights risks.
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
1 week ago

IFCN Director Angie Drobnic Holan comments on Meta and community notes following the Oversight Board's recent advisory - Poynter

The Oversight Board cautioned Meta about expanding its community notes program, emphasizing the importance of fact-checking in combating misinformation.
Online Community Development
fromNieman Lab
1 week ago

Meta's Oversight Board warns that "Community Notes" aren't a proper substitute for fact-checking globally

Meta's Oversight Board ruled that Community Notes cannot replace its fact-checking program due to significant human rights risks.
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
1 week ago

IFCN Director Angie Drobnic Holan comments on Meta and community notes following the Oversight Board's recent advisory - Poynter

The Oversight Board cautioned Meta about expanding its community notes program, emphasizing the importance of fact-checking in combating misinformation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 day ago

Amid internal uncertainty, the VTDigger's new union contract guarantees journalists' input on AI use

VTDigger Guild ratified a new contract ensuring salary increases, more paid time off, and provisions regarding the use of artificial intelligence.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 days ago

Three newsletters for the price of 1.5: Independent journalists experiment with a bundle

Bundling independent journalism subscriptions can reduce costs for readers and support multiple writers effectively.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ex-Alex Jones employee reflects on job at Infowars: It was nonsense. It was lies'

Owens described how Infowars aimed to create a cinematic experience, stating, 'We would go out there, we would shoot videos like we were in the weeds, we were showing what was really going on. But it was nonsense. It was lies.'
Media industry
Left-wing politics
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Untrustworthy - emptywheel

The Trump presidency undermines institutional trustworthiness through contradictory policies, selective law enforcement, and politicization of federal agencies, eroding confidence in U.S. government institutions domestically and internationally.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Former Alex Jones employee says: 'It was nonsense, it was lies'

Alex Jones' media tactics involved fabricating stories and promoting conspiracy theories for profit.
Media industry
fromPew Research Center
1 week ago

Where do Americans look first for breaking news information? | Pew Research Center

Americans primarily seek breaking news information from news organizations, search engines, and social media.
Media industry
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why societal change and technology may be key to Americans regaining trust in the news media

New models for news dissemination are needed to restore trust and adapt to younger consumers' habits.
Media industry
fromHamiltonnolan
3 weeks ago

Patrons of Journalism

Advertising has historically funded journalism, creating tension between editorial independence and business interests, though this model now faces disruption from tech platforms monopolizing ad revenue.
fromJezebel
4 weeks ago

When AI Tools Yield Bad Journalism, Who Is Held Accountable?

A reporter at Ars Technica, whose beat was specifically reporting on AI, was fired after it turned out that a piece he had co-authored contained quotes fabricated by the AI tools he was using. Ars Technica has subsequently retracted the original story entirely, publishing an editor's note, stating that it was 'a serious failure of our standards,' but that they believe it to be an 'isolated incident.'
Media industry
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

New York Times runs in-house ad asking listeners to "support any news organization dedicated to original reporting"

New York Times publisher A.G. Sulzberger released his first-ever advertisement encouraging people to support any news organization dedicated to original reporting, not just the Times, to address the shrinking news industry.
US politics
fromDefector
2 months ago

Which Lives Are Worthy Of The Media's Protection? | Defector

The United States invaded Venezuela, abducted President Nicolás Maduro during Operation Absolute Resolve, and imposed restrictive Pentagon rules limiting reporters' access and reporting.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Guardian joins media coalition to protect original journalism from unpaid use by AI

UK media companies formed Spur coalition to establish global licensing frameworks requiring AI firms to pay for journalism used in their products.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Fund Unchained Journalism of Emptywheel: It's All Because Of You

Emptywheel provides independent, deeply analytic investigative journalism led by Marcy Wheeler, requiring reader support to sustain its oversight, consistency, and staff.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

30+ things The Washington Post did wrong and 19+ things they could do to fix it

Massive Washington Post layoffs sparked widespread public advice criticizing strategic errors, overinvestment under Jeff Bezos, and failed product and talent strategies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

The Washington Post Disaster is an Indictment of Both Publishers and Society

The shocking diminishment of The Washington Post, which has just announced it is cutting a third of its staff, is not just another story of a great paper succumbing to algorithms, social media, and the march to idiocracy. In their zeal to be seen as fair and evenhanded, journalists tend to accept the common criticism that they failed to adapt that, basically, they didn't produce enough viral TikTok videos. There's some truth to that, but the main problem lies elsewhere.
Media industry
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