emirates7 - The BRIDGE Alliance has published its inaugural Connecting Conversations report, highlighting key insights from a high-level BRIDGE Roadroundtable hosted in New York by the UAE’s National Media Office (NMO).
Titled “Connecting Conversations New York City: Redefining The Future Of Global Media,” the report offers a compelling overview of a rapidly evolving media landscape—marked by innovation and disruption, influence and responsibility, and a sense of both urgency and uncertainty.
The New York roundtable gathered influential voices from journalism, technology, academia, entertainment, and public policy. Discussions were framed around six pressing themes that illustrate the profound shifts taking place in how media is created, distributed, and perceived.
Opening with the theme “Virality Versus Veracity,” the report explores how algorithm-driven content is often prioritized over factual accuracy, raising serious concerns about its long-term impact on public trust.
Another major theme, “Confronting AI’s Impact on Journalism,” delves into the increasing role of generative AI tools in newsrooms. Participants emphasized the urgent need for ethical standards, transparency, and responsible integration of such technologies.
The report also examines declining trust in media institutions. In “Media, Education and Public Trust in a Post-Truth World,” attendees called for sweeping reforms in journalism education and a stronger emphasis on public media literacy. Meanwhile, “Overwhelmed and Losing Faith” highlighted how information overload is not only straining public attention but also deepening skepticism, prompting calls to rebuild trust.
Commenting on the initiative, Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the NMO and UAE Media Council, stated:
“We must find a common language, align our vision, and close the knowledge gaps to drive meaningful change. Through BRIDGE, our goal is to transform global media by fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and creating a more inclusive global media environment.”
One of the most thought-provoking discussions was captured in “Trusting News in an Influencer-Driven World,” where participants debated the shifting boundaries between information and entertainment. With social media creators and AI avatars emerging as key sources of information, questions around the credibility and identity of modern “news voices” took center stage.
The New York event is the first stop in the BRIDGE Roadseries, which continues in London (June), Shanghai (August), and Osaka (September). These dialogues will culminate in the BRIDGE Summit 2025, set to take place in Abu Dhabi from 8–10 December. Insights gathered from the global roundtables will shape the Summit’s multi-track agenda and policy priorities. Registration for the BRIDGE Summit 2025 is now open.
Titled “Connecting Conversations New York City: Redefining The Future Of Global Media,” the report offers a compelling overview of a rapidly evolving media landscape—marked by innovation and disruption, influence and responsibility, and a sense of both urgency and uncertainty.
The New York roundtable gathered influential voices from journalism, technology, academia, entertainment, and public policy. Discussions were framed around six pressing themes that illustrate the profound shifts taking place in how media is created, distributed, and perceived.
Opening with the theme “Virality Versus Veracity,” the report explores how algorithm-driven content is often prioritized over factual accuracy, raising serious concerns about its long-term impact on public trust.
Another major theme, “Confronting AI’s Impact on Journalism,” delves into the increasing role of generative AI tools in newsrooms. Participants emphasized the urgent need for ethical standards, transparency, and responsible integration of such technologies.
The report also examines declining trust in media institutions. In “Media, Education and Public Trust in a Post-Truth World,” attendees called for sweeping reforms in journalism education and a stronger emphasis on public media literacy. Meanwhile, “Overwhelmed and Losing Faith” highlighted how information overload is not only straining public attention but also deepening skepticism, prompting calls to rebuild trust.
Commenting on the initiative, Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the NMO and UAE Media Council, stated:
“We must find a common language, align our vision, and close the knowledge gaps to drive meaningful change. Through BRIDGE, our goal is to transform global media by fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and creating a more inclusive global media environment.”
One of the most thought-provoking discussions was captured in “Trusting News in an Influencer-Driven World,” where participants debated the shifting boundaries between information and entertainment. With social media creators and AI avatars emerging as key sources of information, questions around the credibility and identity of modern “news voices” took center stage.
The New York event is the first stop in the BRIDGE Roadseries, which continues in London (June), Shanghai (August), and Osaka (September). These dialogues will culminate in the BRIDGE Summit 2025, set to take place in Abu Dhabi from 8–10 December. Insights gathered from the global roundtables will shape the Summit’s multi-track agenda and policy priorities. Registration for the BRIDGE Summit 2025 is now open.