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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

The future of AI in journalism will depend on a balance between benefits and risk, and raising audience comfort, trust and news literacy.

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

From being custodians of public knowledge, governments are turning to architects of manufactured ignorance. Amid disappearing evidence, citizens are struggling to hold power to account

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

AI is reshaping the news ecosystem in the fields of search, fact-checking and personalised feeds. If used well, it can support journalism and strengthen democracy.

India-Bangladesh ties in deep-freeze

Political and diplomatic tensions between New Delhi and Dhaka have adversely affected cultural relations between the two countries.

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Why Indian laws for TV won’t work for streaming services

Laws to regulate content on streaming services can only be effective if they cater to diverse audiences and content offerings.

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A virtual solution to a very real problem

Imagine experiencing the Louvre from your lounge. New digital tools such as AI and virtual reality can help cities better cope with influxes of visitors.

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How cities can avoid overtourism before it hits

The best solution is prevention and a sustainable tourism plan goes a long way in managing the expectations of people and protecting the environment.

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Artists can expose the reality behind AI

Art is based on life, and AI doesn’t have one. That’s just one reason why the art community is uniquely well-positioned to show us the limitations of AI.

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Deepfakes: can the AI be harnessed for something good?

While audiences and users need to be educated on the negative implications of deepfakes, the technology can also have positive impacts.

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Singapore says Swift is mine, upsetting its neighbours

Taylor Swift is playing six concerts in Singapore. That’s not played well with other Southeast Asia nations which missed out.

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The uneasy state of screen media

Disney is celebrating 100 years, but the future of the entertainment industry is up in the air.

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Disney’s century of manufactured magic

The company has survived by balancing its wholesome, family-oriented image with hard-nosed business strategies.

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

India-Bangladesh ties in deep-freeze

Why Indian laws for TV won’t work for streaming services

How cities can avoid overtourism before it hits

Artists can expose the reality behind AI

Deepfakes: can the AI be harnessed for something good?

Singapore says Swift is mine, upsetting its neighbours

The uneasy state of screen media

Disney’s century of manufactured magic

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