The Irish Times has reduced its daily digital output to prioritise quality The move aims to produce deeper, more trustworthy journalism amid a crowded news cycle Editors focus on richer reporting, investigation, and stronger storytelling strategies In an era when newsrooms chase clicks with relentless publishing schedules, The Irish Times has acknowledged that it has adopted a publishing trend that few big organisations talk about publicly, but many practice behind the scenes: it deliberately started publishing fewer stories. The decision, taken two years ago, was rooted in a simple but bold idea: that readers would value depth over speed, substance…

Wikimedia reports an 8% drop in site traffic due to AI-driven search AI tools like ChatGPT now surpass Wikipedia in user engagement Calls grow for ethical regulation to protect open knowledge platforms The Wikimedia Foundation, which runs Wikipedia, has reported a sharp fall in traffic to its site, blaming the surge of artificial intelligence chatbots and AI-generated summaries. Marshall Miller, Wikimedia’s Chief Product Officer, said AI tools that deliver instant answers are changing how people find information. Search engines and assistants increasingly draw on Wikipedia’s content to generate summaries, leaving fewer users clicking through to the site itself. An upgraded…

European Parliament proposes minimum age of 16 for social media access without parental consent Calls for banning under-13s from social media and restricting harmful content and addictive features Aligns with global trends; Australia set to enforce strict social media age limits in 2025 European lawmakers are moving to introduce some of the world’s toughest online child protection rules, proposing a minimum age of 16 to use social media, video-sharing platforms and AI companions without parental consent. The plan, advanced by the European Parliament’s Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee, reflects deepening concern over the impact of digital technologies on children’s…

Daily Wire offers 10,000 lifetime memberships for $1,500 each Members enjoy early content access, memorabilia, and exclusive benefits Initiative aims to deepen supporter loyalty amid ongoing culture wars The Daily Wire has launched a Lifetime Membership to mark its 10th anniversary, giving its most dedicated supporters permanent access to all content without renewals or additional payments. The initiative, limited to 10,000 members, signals the conservative media company’s intention to secure a committed base of long-term subscribers. The membership includes ad-free early access to episodes, live Q&A sessions with Daily Wire hosts, early product and event announcements, and unlimited streaming of…

Reuters Institute reports usage of AI tools in news has doubled in a year, now at 34% weekly Most people distrust AI-generated news, favouring human journalists Transparency about AI’s role in journalism is crucial for maintaining trust Public use of generative AI tools has doubled in the past year, but most people remain uncomfortable with the idea of artificial intelligence creating news, according to a new report from the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism. The 2025 Generative AI and News report, based on surveys in six countries, finds that while awareness of generative AI is now nearly universal,…

CNN’s new All Access tier offers live, on-demand, and written journalism for $6.99/month Includes access to CNN Originals, live events, and subscriber-only reporting A strategic move to deepen CNN’s direct engagement with digital audiences CNN will launch a new digital subscription tier, CNN All Access, on October 28 in the United States, giving subscribers a single destination for the network’s live, on-demand and written journalism. The plan costs $6.99 per month or $69.99 per year, with an introductory annual rate of $41.99 available through January 5, 2026. The new tier will include access to CNN’s US and international live programming,…

LA Times Media Group integrates traditional journalism with gaming and virtual production via its Graphene platform Plans for a public offering and innovative community shareholder model aim to revitalise the historic media brand The move reflects broader industry trends amid financial pressures and internal organisational challenges The Los Angeles Times Media Group has announced plans to reinvent itself as an integrated media platform, merging traditional journalism with advanced digital technologies such as virtual production and esports. The move formalises seven years of investment by owner Dr Patrick Soon-Shiong, who bought the newspaper in 2018 to preserve its legacy while modernising…

Matthew Garrahan, FT journalist with nearly 30 years’ experience, joins Redbird Capital as operating partner Redbird’s planned acquisition of The Telegraph awaits regulatory approval The deal signals a strategic shift aiming to grow the newspaper’s digital and international presence Financial Times journalist Matthew Garrahan is leaving the publication after nearly three decades to join Redbird Capital Partners, the US private investment firm in the process of acquiring The Telegraph. Garrahan becomes operating partner for news and entertainment, based in London, where he will help drive growth across Redbird’s expanding global media portfolio. The appointment highlights Redbird’s effort to blend editorial…

Leo XIV appeals for responsible journalism amid rising fake news and AI misuse Emphasises the media’s role in preserving societal cohesion and democratic integrity Calls for protection of journalists and emphasises truthfulness in digital communication Pope Leo XIV has issued an appeal to the global news industry to put truth before clicks, warning that sensationalism undermines public trust and corrodes democracy. Speaking at a conference organised by Minds International – a coalition that includes major news agencies such as Reuters – the Pope urged journalists to resist “the degrading practice of so-called clickbait” and to “never sell out your authority.” The Pope’s…

Influencers accounted for nearly half of online political content during Canada’s recent federal election Platforms’ policy changes led to decline of traditional news and increased influence of less reliable sources Report warns of future risks including division, misinformation, and lack of platform transparency Influencers, not journalists or politicians, drove nearly half of Canada’s online political conversation during this spring’s federal election, according to new research. The report from the Canadian Digital Media Research Network (CDMRN), coordinated by McGill University and the University of Toronto’s Media Ecosystem Observatory, found that influencers accounted for 47 percent of political content on major social…