Summary of The Future of AI in Journalism

00:00:00 - 00:50:00

This YouTube video discusses the future of artificial intelligence in journalism. Jeremy points out that AI can be used for a variety of purposes, from covering news stories to engaging with readers on social media. He believes that it is important to invest in groundwork now in order to capitalize on the opportunities that AI will offer in the future.

• 00:00:00 This session is titled "The Future of AI in Journalism" and features a panel of experts discussing the potential benefits of AI in the journalism field. The panel includes Jeremy Gilbert, director of strategic initiatives at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, Abhishek Chaturvedi, assistant professor at the University of Missouri- Columbia School of Journalism, and Charlie Beckett, director of journalism AI at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
• 00:05:00 The panelists discussed their work this year on projects related to artificial intelligence in journalism, with Jeremy highlighting the Night Lab's work with the Associated Press on assessing readiness for AI tools in local newsrooms. They also discussed a collaboration with the Knight Foundation and the Associated Press on assessing AI tools readiness.
• 00:10:00 The Google Journal Studio Fund is awarding two million dollars in grants for investigative reporting projects focused on local news and under-reported communities. The project is supported by the data-driven reporting project and the generous gift from Google News.
• 00:15:00 The future of AI in journalism is complex and uncertain, but businesses like ours are working to address the challenges head-on. In 2021, AI ethics will be front and center at the Journalism AI Festival, and one of our team members will be discussing their experiences in Asia Pacific.
• 00:20:00 The video discusses the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in journalism, focusing on how the technology can simplify the editorial process and help increase revenue. The video also discusses trials of AI-driven podcasts and daily news wraps.
• 00:25:00 The speaker discusses the future of artificial intelligence in journalism, highlighting the need for more research, adoption of widely available tools, and greater inclusiveness among those working on these issues.
• 00:30:00 The Future of AI in Journalism is a focus of what we do in the next year. Abhishek and Jeremy both stressed the practical issues around robots taking over the world and science fiction, while talking about the nuts and bolts of how AI is being used in journalism. They discussed how digitizing cultural and professional practices is no easy task, but news organizations that want to use AI in ways that align with their mission will have to invest in it. The question of what is the point of journalism was raised, and the interviewer asked Abhishek and Jeremy their thoughts on the future of AI and journalism. They both agreed that it is an interesting question, but warned of the challenges ahead before discussing the progress made so far.
• 00:35:00 The speaker discusses how artificial intelligence can help simplify the publishing process, and how financial viability is one of the key factors in deciding whether to pursue this technology. They also discuss how artificial intelligence is always around the corner, and how people will eventually get used to it.
• 00:40:00 This YouTube video discusses the future of artificial intelligence in journalism. Jeremy points out that AI can be used for a variety of purposes, from covering news stories to engaging with readers on social media. He believes that it is important to invest in groundwork now in order to capitalize on the opportunities that AI will offer in the future.
• 00:45:00 The speaker from the UK's "Journalism AI Festival" discussed the current state of AI in journalism, and how it's helped their team create more effective and engaging programs. They also thanked attendees for their feedback and asked that they keep watching the festival's YouTube videos and engaging with the organizers.
• 00:50:00 The Future of AI in Journalism festival was held to discuss the opportunities AI can bring to the journalism field, and to help news organizations learn more about the technology. The festival included presentations from speakers, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities.