Who pays for news?
Paywalls, public funding, and the future of journalism Paywalls are part of everyday life online: one more click, and access to the news suddenly comes at a price. In some European
Si può fare giornalismo libero in Italia, e a quali condizioni?
Il potere politico che attacca i giornalisti quando fanno il loro lavoro, e li ignora quando deve rendere conto del proprio operato. I poteri economici che tentano di influenzare,
EMFA: Ultima chiamata per salvare il giornalismo italiano?
Il sistema mediatico italiano è caratterizzato da forti concentrazioni proprietarie e da una storica contiguità tra informazione e potere politico. Al centro del dibattito sulle
When trust and democratic institutions erode, what comes next for democracy?
Trust is the connecting tissue of democracy. When trust erodes, institutions easily lose legitimacy and chaos takes the scene. But trust also erodes because the institutions have n
From newsrooms to newsfeeds
News influencers, platforms, and the battle for trust A new class of actors has emerged at the heart of the information ecosystem: news influencers. Operating on platforms such as
Not just another ‘Brussels regulation’
Why the European Media Freedom Act matters to you Media freedom is not just a theoretical idea. When it is undermined, it has real-world consequences for all of us. Across Europ
Why so woke?
Diversity and Inclusion in Public Service Media Funded by the people for the people, Public Service Media carries a critical mission: to inform, educate, and entertain everyone,
AI in the newsroom: What’s real, what’s not
A live voting game on how artificial intelligence is actually reshaping journalism. Newsrooms everywhere are now experimenting with how to integrate artificial intelligence into th
Who gets to know? Visibility, accessibility, and relevance of journalism for all
In a world dominated by algorithms, where Big Tech decides what gets seen, is access to reliable news slipping through the cracks? Younger generations often scroll past news conten
Tech takeover? Or: on how Europe can save the world
This closing session will delve into the profound and far-reaching impact of online platforms on journalism, democracy, and society at large. As tech giants continue to shape the w
Let’s protect media freedom in Europe
In this fast-paced session, three leading experts — Wouter Gekiere, Head of the European Broadcasting Union Brussels, Renate Schroeder, Director of the European Federation of Jou
Roundtable discussion on media literacy and policymakers
This roundtable discussion will highlight what needs to be done for public policy engagement at the national level. Ultimately, national education and culture ministries are respon