Media Party ManiFest!


Media Party 2023 is a celebration of the infinite possibilities that arise when journalism and technology come together to innovate. We believe that a healthy media ecosystem improves the quality of information and, therefore, how societies make decisions and aspire to improve their democracies. We explore artificial intelligence tools with critical thinking and enthusiasm, sharing insights on responsible and ethical use as creative and strategic co-pilots, placing journalism at the center. 50% of survey respondents considered this to be the most valuable and stimulating aspect of the conference.

Together, we decipher what’s coming next. Emerging technologies like AI and Virtual Reality lead the topics that 66.7% of survey respondents believe should be addressed in future media innovation conferences. Economic sustainability of the media is of interest to 46.7%. Combating misinformation is highlighted by 44.4%, prioritizing ethical journalism is essential for 44.3%, and building communities and engaging with the audience garners 41.1% interest. We are concerned about the proliferation of “fake news” and misinformation eroding public trust. We are also concerned about media concentration and the excessive influence of official advertising. The challenge of dependence on algorithms and big tech companies in news distribution is not insignificant, as these structures can favor certain content over others.