Exploring Artificial Intelligence in Journalism
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the heart of how the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism investigates the future of news globally. Since 2016, the Institute has collaborated with journalists, editors, and technologists to understand the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the news industry.
Key Priorities in AI and Journalism
- Evidence: The Institute emphasizes high-quality research and original reporting, partnering with world-leading computer scientists from the University of Oxford to add depth to discussions on AI's impact.
- Engagement: Private learning sessions are held for journalists, editors, and news executives. These allow media professionals to discuss AI technologies and their implications without public pressure.
- Expansion: The goal is to broaden conversations beyond what newsrooms can do with AI tools, considering AI as a topic of news, a source of concern, and an area that media professionals must understand.
Collaborative Initiatives
The Institute’s efforts are complemented by partnerships with several organizations also working at the intersection of AI and media. These include LSE’s JournalismAI, CUNY's AI Journalism Lab, the Tow Center for Digital Journalism, the Generative AI in the Newsroom project, and the AI Media and Democracy Lab, among others.
Major Events Shaping the Conversation
In March 2025, the Institute hosted a major conference focused on how artificial intelligence is reshaping both newsrooms and broader society. The event brought together leading journalists, researchers, and AI experts to discuss:
- Power and profit in the age of AI
- Telling compelling and relevant stories about artificial intelligence
- How news organizations are implementing ChatGPT and other AI tools in daily work
- The societal impacts of AI on the future of information and news consumption
Funding and Support
The Institute's research and events on AI are supported by the Thomson Reuters Foundation, with additional backing from academic bodies, media organizations, and technology firms.
Looking Ahead
With ongoing research, partnerships, and dedicated events, the Reuters Institute continues to lead vital discussions about AI’s role in the rapidly evolving world of journalism and news media.
