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Journalism at a crossroads: the press confronts the AI age
As 2026 nears its end, the news industry stands at a historic crossroads, grappling with artificial intelligence, economic upheaval and the enduring …
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The enduring mission of journalism in a transformed landscape
Despite upheaval, the core purpose of the press endures: to gather facts, tell true stories and inform the public.
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Defending press freedom in a challenging global climate
Journalists and advocates continued to confront threats to the press worldwide, from violence to legal pressure.
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Newsrooms integrate AI tools while defending their standards
News organisations increasingly adopted AI in their workflows, seeking efficiency while guarding accuracy and trust.
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AI-powered search reshapes how audiences find the news
As AI assistants increasingly answered questions directly, news publishers confronted a threat to their traffic and revenue.
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Nonprofit and local news experiments offer glimmers of hope
Amid the crisis in journalism, new models for sustaining local and public-interest reporting showed promise.
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Lawsuits over AI and journalism move toward pivotal rulings
Legal battles between news organisations and AI companies advanced, with outcomes that could reshape the industry.
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A newspaper's endorsement decision ignites debate
A major paper's choice not to endorse in a presidential race prompted controversy over the role of editorial pages.
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News publishers strike deals, and disputes, with AI companies
As artificial intelligence reshaped the information landscape, publishers negotiated licensing agreements and pursued lawsuits.