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News Bristol Cable launches hybrid news and social networking app in bid to double membership A "world first" mobile experience aims to give members curated discussions and community connections within a privacy-focused platform By Jacob Granger • 3 min read
News What the public wants: seven opportunities for newsrooms in the age of generative AI A new report by the Reuters Institute reveals that trust in AI-generated news remains low, but transparent newsroom policies and the everyday use of the technology are beginning to shift this scepticism By Jacob Granger • 3 min read
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News 40 essential newsletters every journalist should read Want to keep your finger on the pulse of the journalism industry? Look no further than these best picks for your inbox By Marcela Kunova • 5 min read
