TechnologyNews is an information and news resource about how technology impacts our world and daily lives, from gadgets and cybersecurity issues to data privacy concerns and video content – updated on a daily basis so you can stay abreast of important tech developments.
The digital age has revolutionized how people access and consume news, with far-reaching consequences for both present and future generations. Journalists face both exciting and challenging opportunities in this rapidly-evolved digital environment – hence Maryville University offering accredited yet cost-effective online degree programs is so vital.
Quality local journalism is vital to your wellbeing, from public broadcasters exposing corruption in government to weather forecasters warning you of impending storms. Unfortunately, tech giants’ overwhelming power threatens access to it by controlling what appears on social media and other platforms using algorithms filters; their dominance creates gatekeepers to your internet experience that are in a position to suppress news they don’t approve of – potentially leading to fake stories spreading quickly through these platforms that threaten communities.
Though journalism faces various obstacles, publishers are finding creative ways to bring you news and information that matters. One Denver startup known as The Colorado Sun used blockchain technology as part of its news outlet’s launch; blockchain provides a secure method of recording transactions which could potentially help combat fake news by making it easier to verify who wrote and shared a story.
ICFJ’s recently-published report, “The State of Technology in Global Newsrooms,” gives a compelling account of the challenges journalists are encountering today and their responses. It includes survey responses from thousands of journalists as well as analysis into how technological innovation is impacting their work and helping them find new ways to reach audiences.
We analyzed 437 technology-related stories from 52 news outlets, such as front pages of major newspapers, national nightly news programs and cable and network news channels. Most stories conveyed one message and positive themes slightly outweighed negative ones. Themes addressed during this event ranged from technology enabling more productive lives to perceived privacy threats; others focused on specific types of technology like artificial intelligence (AI) and drones used by first responders and insurance companies to capture images at remote locations; producing and distributing news and entertainment content as well as powering robots which are revolutionizing how we connect with one another and with our devices.
