The article reports that while misinformation and disinformation circulating online are undermining global journalism by fragmenting audiences, pressuring newsrooms and eroding trust in some outlets, traditional legacy media still retains a degree of authority and credibility compared with unverified sources; it highlights ongoing challenges in the digital media environment — including fast-paced content, algorithmic amplification of falsehoods and competition from social platforms — but suggests that established news organisations remain important trusted references even as they adapt to a changing information landscape.
Misinformation is eroding global journalism, but legacy media maintains authority
October 3, 2025
