41% of surveyed Australian teens now get their news from AI: new research
Al tools are now the second most common way young people proactively seek out news.
According to new research, 41% of Australian teens are now getting their news from artificial intelligence (AI) sources. This trend has emerged as digital platforms such as Google search and AI tools like ChatGPT have gained popularity. In a recent survey of at least 1,000 Australian children and teens, conducted every three years, significant shifts in news consumption have been observed.
While traditional sources such as family, social media, and news websites have declined, AI-generated news reports have surged, particularly among teenagers aged 13-17. Despite this, there is concern about the potential inaccuracies and biases present in AI news sources. Schools are taking steps to address this issue, with a majority of young people discussing news in school, but only a quarter learning how to produce their own.
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