Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2024
We’re excited to share insights from the recently released Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2024. This comprehensive report provides a global perspective on how news consumption is evolving across different territories.
Key Takeaways:
📉 Trust in News: Trust in news remains a critical issue worldwide, with 59% of respondents expressing concern about the reliability of news sources. This figure rises to 72% in the US, highlighting the urgent need for independent journalism, especially as the presidential election approaches.
🤖 AI in Journalism: The impact of AI on journalism is multifaceted. While deep fakes have increased skepticism, AI is also being leveraged positively. For instance, Nordic publishers like Schibsted are using AI-generated summaries to boost engagement, and Mexico’s Radio Fórmula employs AI-generated news readers.
💡 Video Platforms: Video content continues to gain traction, particularly among younger audiences. An interesting case is the use of AI-generated images in social media campaigns by the new Indonesian president, which transformed his public image dramatically.
📣 Rise of Alternative Voices: Influencers and alternative news sources on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are increasingly capturing public attention, while traditional journalists maintain a stronger presence on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).
💸 Paying for News: The trend of paying for online news is growing slowly, with 17% of people across 20 wealthy nations having paid for online news in the past year. Norway (40%) and Sweden (31%) lead in this area, while Japan (9%) and the UK (8%) lag behind. This underscores the ongoing challenge for publishers to generate revenue.
These highlights are just a glimpse of the valuable insights available in the full report. For those navigating international communications challenges, The PR Network offers expert support across 47 markets and beyond.
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