June 21, 2023
More News Consumers Rely on Social Media, Remain Skeptical of Media Brands
With more data-driven insights available than ever before, new consumption revelations are starting to surface. An extensive global study of digital news found that more people around the world are eschewing traditional media subscriptions in favor of finding news on social media. A new Morning Consult poll confirms social media as Americans’ most commonly used news source.
Securing and retaining trust is more important for long-term media credibility, new research finds. A multi-country survey found that media brands must continuously earn consumer trust to see sustained audience engagement.
Action on AI Moves Forward with Regulation and Research
Governments are taking action to reign in generative AI with new regulatory frameworks. The European Parliament moved closer to codifying AI control by passing the AI Act—legislation that would classify risk level and force companies to disclose data related to large language models. New reports show OpenAI has lobbied to modify the legislation, securing amendments to reduce its regulatory burden.
As Europe leads on legislative action, the United States is still preparing to tackle regulation. A bipartisan group of lawmakers are proposing a ‘blue ribbon’ federal commission that will provide recommendations on mitigating harm and protecting U.S. innovation.
Organizing and Automation Lead Businesses to Rethink Work
Employees and employers are rethinking work—how to do it and who benefits from it. A slew of salary transparency laws across the country have started to take effect, shining new light on pay discrepancies. More workers are setting schedules and prioritizing work-life balance as technology and automation aid productivity.
Recent labor battles have culminated in hard-won wins for workers. After the longest-ever digital media strike at 13 days, union members at Insider secured new salary minimums and workplace protections. The Society of Professional Journalists recently spoke out in support of workers affected by mass media cuts across the country.
Sequence Summaries: Information Insight, AI Action, and Rethinking Work
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