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Iran: IPI condemns trials of journalists Niloofar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi

The IPI global network strongly condemns the closed-door trials of journalists Niloofar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi, who were among the first journalists to report on the death of Mahsa Amini at the hands of the morality police in September 2022.  Authorities must immediately drop charges against these journalists as well as all imprisoned journalists in […]

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[Faktograf] Disinformation spreaders across Europe are running a chase against fact-checkers

Fact-checkers across Europe are exposed to attacks, insults, and threats, and as a form of pressure, so-called SLAPP lawsuits, according to research conducted for Faktograf by Tijana Cvjeticanin. A total of 41 fact-checking media were participating in the survey.   This article is part of the project Decoding the disinformation playbook of populism in Europe, […]

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#IPIWoCo Wrap-up: How AI can make your journalism smarter

Large data sets, language barriers, and a ticking clock have historically created challenges for journalists conducting large-scale, highly sensitive investigations. During a recent session at the 2023 IPI World Congress and Media Innovation Festival, three journalism innovators shared how they have harnessed the power of AI to tell stories and remodel the newsroom. While AI […]

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#IPIWoCo Wrap-up: What does AI mean for the future of journalism?

Hype over the recent explosion of AI has been equally matched with concerns over what the new technology will mean for the future of journalism. Despite the challenges AI presents, it offers key opportunities to revolutionize the journalism industry, panelists at the 2023 IPI World Congress and Media Innovation Festival at the end of May […]

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