Amazon-NYT Deal Sets New Benchmark As Publishers Fight AI Scraping

Tvnewscheck - 

Media executives are now equipped with data on AI's impact in their industry, revealing its potential to enhance content creation and audience engagement while also highlighting ethical concerns and the risk of misinformation. A balanced approach to AI adoption is essential for media companies to remain competitive and navigate challenges like job displacement.

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AI will slash, burn the journalism field

Counteroffensive - August 3, 2025

The Counteroffensive is dedicated to human-centred journalism, emphasising the importance of on-the-ground reporting in an age where AI threatens traditional writing roles. As they innovate to engage audiences and sustain independent reporting, they urge readers to support quality journalism that provides unique insights and firsthand experiences over AI-generated content.

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Who’s suing AI and who’s signing: Gannett signs up with Perplexity

Press Gazette - July 31, 2025

The ongoing legal battles between news publishers and AI companies over content usage rights have intensified, with major players like The New York Times and Getty Images suing for unauthorized use, while others pursue partnerships for fair compensation. As the landscape evolves, collaborations between media outlets and tech firms aim to balance innovation with the protection of intellectual property, highlighting the critical need for sustainable practices in journalism amidst rising AI technologies.

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“It’s a feature, not a bug” – How journalists can spot and mitigate AI bias

Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism - August 1, 2025

Newsrooms are increasingly adopting AI technologies, with 49% now utilising them, but concerns about inherent biases and ethical challenges persist. Experts emphasise the need for proactive measures to address these issues, highlighting both the risks of misidentification and the potential for AI to enhance inclusivity in journalism through innovative tools and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Reach plc delivers impactful journalism with AI driven Guten powered by AWS

Amazon Web Services - July 31, 2025

Reach plc has revolutionized its editorial process with Guten, a generative AI tool powered by AWS, which automates repetitive tasks and enhances journalistic efficiency, reducing breaking news publication time from 9 minutes to just 90 seconds. By prioritizing safety and tailoring outputs to diverse brand styles, Guten empowers journalists to focus on impactful reporting while driving over 1.8 billion page views in its first two years.

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The good, the bad, and the completely made-up: Newsrooms on wrestling accurate answers out of AI

Nieman Lab - 

Journalists like Erlend Ofte Arntsen are revolutionising investigative reporting with AI tools like FOIA Bot, which streamlines Freedom of Information Act requests by utilising Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) technology to ensure accurate and reliable responses. While the integration of AI in newsrooms enhances efficiency, concerns about accuracy remain, highlighting the need for continuous evaluation and clear communication about AI's capabilities and limitations.

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Traffic Apocalypse

Cjr - 

Stay informed about the latest media developments with The Media Today newsletter. Recent reports reveal a 15% decline in worldwide search traffic, signalling a shift in user engagement that could reshape advertising and digital marketing strategies – essential insights for media professionals navigating today's evolving landscape.

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Between Work Productivity and Privacy Concerns: How Do Female Journalists Use AI Chatbots?

Unesco - 

Female journalists in Jordan are harnessing AI chatbots to boost productivity and enhance safety in their reporting, tackling tasks like content generation and social media management. However, this reliance on technology raises critical ethical concerns, including data privacy and misinformation, highlighting the need for responsible AI use in journalism.

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The AI bubble is so big it's propping up the US economy (for now)

Bloodinthemachine - August 3, 2025

This week in BITM, a lively event in LA highlighted the growing concerns over AI's impact on journalism and higher education, while Microsoft reached a monumental $4 trillion valuation amid an unprecedented surge in AI investment. Amid this backdrop, professors are railing against AI's encroachment in academia, advocating for meaningful faculty involvement in technology decisions and addressing the implications of AI on creativity and labor across various sectors.

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ICFJ Knight Fellow Sannuta Raghu says “fidelity to source” is vital when using AI

International Journalists' Network - 

Sannuta Raghu from Scroll.in's AI Lab emphasizes the importance of maintaining journalistic rigor as newsrooms adopt AI for content transformation, developing a "Directory of Liquid Content" to ensure fidelity in output. Key challenges include preserving context and accuracy while avoiding misrepresentation, highlighting the need for detailed guidelines and benchmarks in AI-driven journalism.

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What content strategy looks like in the age of AI

Fastcompany - 

A successful content strategy must harmonise the emotional needs of human audiences with the technical demands of machine algorithms, utilising authentic narratives while optimising for search visibility through strategic keywords and data analytics. By understanding audience behaviour and evolving technology, creators can enhance engagement and relevance in an increasingly digital landscape.

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As AI continues to serve up slop, legacy media is back on the menu

Monocle - August 1, 2025

In a humorous reflection, Andrew Tuck navigates the confusion surrounding his name with a successful chef of the same name, while also contemplating the impact of AI on branding and media. Amid identity mix-ups, he embraces the chaos by hosting a flambé dinner for 20, hoping for a memorable culinary experience despite his self-confessed lack of cooking skills.

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Tell us what you think: How should we use AI in the news?

Indianapolis Recorder - August 3, 2025

The Recorder Media Group invites readers to share their thoughts on the use of Artificial Intelligence in journalism through a quick three-minute survey available from August 3 to August 16. Your feedback will help shape the integration of AI tools in news coverage while ensuring transparency and integrity in reporting.

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How should The St. Louis American use AI?

St. Louis American - August 4, 2025

The St. Louis American is seeking community input on the responsible use of artificial intelligence in journalism through a brief, anonymous survey running from August 3 to August 16. Your feedback will help shape how the newsroom integrates AI while prioritizing trust and engagement with its audience.

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How Should Newsrooms Use AI? We Want Your Input

The Washington Informer - August 4, 2025

The Washington Informer is seeking your insights on the ethical and transparent use of AI in journalism through a brief survey titled “How should newsrooms use AI?” Your feedback will help shape the integration of AI tools in enhancing community engagement and trust while informing audiences about important news.

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AI can fake peer reviews and escape detection, study finds

EurekAlert! - 

A recent study from China reveals the potential dangers of using large language models like ChatGPT in academic peer reviews, demonstrating their ability to create persuasive yet biased feedback that could unfairly reject quality research. The findings raise significant concerns about the integrity of scientific publishing, as AI-generated reviews often go undetected by popular detection tools.

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Revised code released to boost trust in scholarly publishing

University World News - 

South Africa's scholarly publishing sector has unveiled a revised Code of Best Practice for 2025, addressing challenges like technological disruption and unethical practices while emphasising transparency, diversity, and the responsible use of AI in research. This comprehensive update is seen as a vital step towards enhancing the credibility and ethical standards of academic publishing in the country and beyond.

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AI Tricks Peer Review Detection Tools 82% Of The Time, Threatening Scientific Integrity

Studyfinds - 

A recent evaluation of AI-generated peer reviews for cancer papers in eLife revealed that Claude 2.0 produced text so sophisticated that GPTzero misidentified 82.8% as human-written. This raises critical questions about the reliability of detection tools and the implications for academic publishing and authorship in an era increasingly influenced by AI.

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AI research journal with sham board, metrics holds researcher’s paper hostage

Retraction Watch - July 31, 2025

The International Journal of Swarm Intelligence and Evolutionary Computation faces allegations of misrepresenting its impact factor, charging authors fees for manuscript withdrawals, and questionable editorial practices, including the use of disavowed editor names. This controversy is compounded by links to predatory publishing and concerns over potential plagiarism in recent publications.

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Quantifying large language model usage in scientific papers

Nature - August 4, 2025

Recent discussions highlight the ethical implications of AI tools like ChatGPT in academic research, with concerns over integrity and the infiltration of AI-generated content into scientific journals. A range of studies examine both the challenges and advancements in detecting AI-generated text, underscoring the evolving landscape of AI's role in scholarly communication.

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Organized scientific fraud is growing at an alarming rate, study uncovers

Phys - 

A recent Northwestern University study reveals a troubling rise in organised scientific fraud, including fabricated research and manipulated citations, which threatens the integrity of scientific literature. The findings call for increased oversight, transparency, and awareness among researchers and publishers to safeguard the reliability of scientific knowledge.

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Fraudulent Scientific Papers Are Rapidly Increasing, Study Finds

Nytimes - 

A recent analysis reveals that the number of fake journal articles produced by "paper mills" is doubling every 18 months, posing a significant threat to the integrity of academic publishing. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for enhanced measures to detect and combat academic fraud, ensuring the reliability of scientific literature.

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Cooking the books

Thecritic - 

The world's largest university press has updated its branding by replacing its iconic 16th-century folio stamp with a sleek, modern serif font, reflecting a trend towards minimalism and contemporary design. This significant change marks a departure from tradition, highlighting the evolving landscape of academic publishing and branding strategies.

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Research Solutions Wins EPIC 2025 Gold Award For Innovation

Prnewswire - July 29, 2025

Research Solutions (NASDAQ: RSSS) has won the prestigious 2025 Gold Award for Excellence in Publishing from the Society for Scholarly Publishing for its innovative Scite Smart Citations technology, which enhances research reproducibility and accessibility. This award highlights the importance of advanced citation analysis tools in navigating the complex research landscape and promoting trust in scientific findings.

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