Media in the Digital Age

 Published 3 days ago:  Dan Qayyum's long-read, seen by over 1.2 million people in three days, challenges legacy media gatekeeping and argues that editorial systems have become arrogant and out of touch.

 Published last week:  Irshad Bhatti's podcast interview with actor Meera drew criticism after he pressed personal topics and Meera walked out, sparking debate over media accountability.

 Published last week:  Dan Qayyum's viral article drew one million views in days, igniting debate about independent creators' reach and what it means for Pakistan's newsrooms.

 Published last week:  Jahanzaib Haque has been named chief editor of Nukta after ARY Digital Network took a majority stake in March 2026; he pledges hands-on editorial leadership and a focus on team-driven growth.

 Published last week:  Khaleej Times, launched in 1978 as the UAE's first English daily, marks 48 years while transitioning from print to a digital-first model to reach readers.

 Published 2 weeks ago:  Social media claims after Islamabad US-Iran talks sparked debate in Pakistan, spilling into disputes over press conduct, polarization and the role of the visiting press centre.

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Nieman Lab found posts on X with external links get lower reach and engagement, suggesting the platform's algorithm may deprioritize link posts.

 Published last month:  Indonesian regulators summoned Meta and Google after finding gaps in compliance with new under-16 rules requiring age checks and limits on certain social media features.

 Published last month:  Indonesia began enforcing a regulation banning access to major social platforms for users under 16, requiring companies to deactivate or restrict underage accounts as they comply.

 Published last month:  A March 2026 Muck Rack study finds rapid AI adoption across newsrooms, boosting efficiency but raising concerns about accuracy, transparency and disinformation.

 Published last month:  A practical guide detailing essential digital security measures journalists should adopt to protect devices, communications, sources and data amid rising cyber threats.

 Published last month:  Young Pakistanis are abandoning prime‑time TV talk shows for smartphones and digital outlets, favoring on‑demand news and citing distrust of partisan debates.

 Published last month:  India withheld several X accounts under Section 69A of the IT Act after takedown orders, prompting criticism for targeting political and satirical speech.

 Published last month:  Pakistan launched a Social Media Authority, appointing a chair and five members with power to order content removal or blocking under the amended PECA.

 Published last month:  News subscriptions struggle in Pakistan because free-access norms, low disposable incomes, and dominant social platforms make paying for journalism rare.

 Published last month:  Audiences increasingly rely on social media influencers for news, preferring conversational explainers and perceived intimacy over traditional TV anchors.

 Published last month:  ARY Digital Network acquired a majority stake in digital news platform Nukta, adding the Dubai-based outlet to ARY's broadcast and online ecosystem.

 Published last month:  X will suspend creators from its revenue-sharing program for 90 days if they post undisclosed AI-generated war videos, aiming to protect authenticity.

 Published 2 months ago:  ARY Group is close to acquiring Nukta, the Dubai-based digital news platform started by Kamran Khan, after investor Malik Riaz withdrew his funding.

 Published 2 months ago:  Governments are expanding oversight of digital news platforms, reshaping how tech companies moderate content, share revenue with publishers, and affecting press freedom amid regulatory change.

 Published 2 months ago:  Global press freedom faces growing legal, economic and digital pressures in 2026, as governments tighten regulation and platforms reshape news distribution.

 Published 2 months ago:  India orders global tech platforms to obey new rules, including a three-hour takedown for unlawful posts, and warns of tougher regulation to combat deepfakes.

 Published 2 months ago:  Persistent media myths shape newsroom strategies, public trust and policy debates in Pakistan and beyond, despite research that challenges these assumptions.

 Published 2 months ago:  Editorial independence means journalists and editors decide news coverage without improper influence from owners, politicians, or other outside interests.

 Published 2 months ago:  Governments worldwide are tightening online speech rules to curb misinformation, social harm and threats to security and electoral integrity.

 Published 2 months ago:  Thomson Reuters Foundation is ending Context, blaming reduced donor support and geopolitical shifts; the site will be archived and reporting commitments will be kept.

 Published 2 months ago:  This article explains how timing, emotional resonance, social networks and platform algorithms interact to make news stories go viral and amplify digital reach.

 Published 2 months ago:  Angry, polarizing online content attracts clicks and shares because algorithms reward engagement, leading media and creators to use outrage to boost visibility.