AI: The Unpaid Intern Assisting Journalism
In the bustling world of news media, where deadlines loom, revenues are declining and the pressure to deliver accurate information is paramount, journalists can find a new ally in the form of artificial intelligence (AI). These tireless digital assistants can be invaluable assets if used well.
AI: Friend or Foe
The news industry is facing a well-documented crisis. Advertising revenue, once the lifeblood of journalism, is being siphoned off by the digital duopoly of Google and Facebook. Newsrooms are shrinking, and journalists are being laid off. Artificial intelligence can either work against the media industry or for the media industry
AI: Leaner Newsroom
In a world where information is increasingly commodified, the need for quality journalism has never been greater. By embracing AI, news organizations can not only survive the current crisis but also thrive in the digital age. Think of it as a leaner, meaner newsroom, powered by algorithms and driven by a mission to serve the public interest. And hey, if it annoys Google and Facebook in the process, that’s just a bonus.
