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Join you.com at the International Journalism Festival 2025: Empowering Media with Trusted AI

Mar 27, 2025
Join you.com at the International Journalism Festival 2025: Empowering Media with Trusted AI
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The International Journalism Festival (IJF) 2025 is set to take place in the historic city of Perugia, Italy, from April 9 to 13, 2025. As Europe’s largest media gathering, this annual event brings together journalists, media professionals, scholars, and students from around the globe. With a mission to foster dialogue, share innovations, and address the challenges facing journalism today, the festival offers a diverse lineup of insightful events that are free to attend. This year’s themes include the impact of technology on journalism, combating misinformation, and the future of news media, making it a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the evolving media landscape. 

With you.com at the forefront of this transformation as a leader in generative AI (GenAI) technology for the media industry, we are excited to be official sponsors and participants of this important gathering. Our commitment to accuracy, transparency, and innovation positions us as a trusted partner for journalists navigating the complexities of the digital age. By building cutting-edge AI tools dedicated to accuracy, we empower newsrooms to enhance their workflows, improve fact-checking, and focus on what matters most: telling compelling, truthful stories. 

At IJF 2025, we’re proud to host two pivotal events designed to equip journalists with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in the age of AI.

You.com events at IJF 2025

This engaging panel discussion will explore how AI is reshaping journalism, from automating routine tasks to enhancing investigative reporting. Attendees will gain insights into the ethical considerations, practical applications, and future trends of AI in newsrooms.  

Key discussion topics:

  • The role of AI in fact-checking and combating misinformation 
  • Ethical implications of AI in journalism, including bias and transparency 
  • Case studies of successful AI integration in newsrooms 
  • Predictions for the future of AI-driven journalism  

Panelists:

  • (Moderator) Astrid Maier, Deputy Editor-in-Chief at dpa 
  • Richard Socher, Founder and CEO of you.com  
  • Charlie Beckett, Director of Polis at the London School of Economics  
  • Gina Chua, Executive Editor at Semafor  

This session is perfect for journalists, editors, and media professionals looking to understand how AI can support their work while maintaining journalistic integrity.

This hands-on workshop is designed to provide practical insights into integrating AI tools into newsroom operations. Whether you’re a journalist, editor, or media technologist, this session will empower you with actionable strategies to enhance your reporting capabilities using AI.

Workshop highlights:

  • Introduction to AI tools: Learn about you.com’s real-time internet search-based fact-checking and "AI polygraph" capabilities.  
  • Practical demonstrations: See how AI can streamline tasks like transcription, data analysis, and content personalization.  
  • Step-by-step integration: Discover how to implement AI tools into your newsroom workflows while maintaining ethical standards.  
  • Q&A with experts: Get your questions answered by AI and media professionals.   
Workshop leaders: 

  • Richard Socher, Founder and CEO of you.com  
  • Stefan Voss, Head of Verification at dpa

By the end of this workshop, participants will have a clearer understanding of how to leverage AI to improve efficiency, accuracy, and audience engagement in their newsrooms.

Join us at IJF 2025

The International Journalism Festival 2025 is your opportunity to explore the future of journalism in the age of AI. Whether you’re attending our panel discussion or workshop, you’ll gain valuable insights, practical skills, and the chance to network with industry leaders. At you.com, we’re committed to empowering journalists with trusted GenAI solutions that enhance their work and uphold the highest standards of accuracy and transparency.

Learn more about you.com's GenAI for the media industry here and register for our IJF 2025 events at the International Journalism Festival website. We look forward to seeing you in Perugia!
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