Defining News
In June 2024, we conducted a series of focus groups with individuals across Australia, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States, to better understand how the public defines news, journalism and journalists and the role that each of them play in keeping individuals informed about important events and issues. We also explored how participants understand the role of technology, and AI in particular, in shaping their information access and environment. This series of essays highlights themes from the discussions that will inform additional research. Each focus group included participants with a mix of socio-demographics and levels of interest in keeping up with current events.
In June 2024, we conducted a series of focus groups with individuals across Australia, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States, to better understand how the public defines news, journalism and journalists and the role that each of them play in keeping individuals informed about important events and issues. We also explored how participants understand the role of technology, and AI in particular, in shaping their information access and environment. This series of essays highlights themes from the discussions that will inform additional research. Each focus group included participants with a mix of socio-demographics and levels of interest in keeping up with current events.
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Americans who Rely on Content Creators or Influencers for News are Active Consumers who Value the Role of Journalism in Society
Many of the most active US news consumers rely on professional journalists alongside content creators and influencers
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What It Means to Do Journalism in the Age of AI: Journalist Views on Safety, Technology and Government
50% report experiencing government overreach in the last year
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What the Public Wants from Journalism in the Age of AI: A Four Country Survey
Three-quarters or more value journalism’s role; 56%+ say “everyday people” can produce it
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Focus Group Insights #3: In a Digital World, Getting the News Requires More Work, Not Less
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Focus Group Insights #2: Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence Use in News and Journalism
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Focus Group Insights #1: What Defines News, Journalism and Journalists
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