A new report by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism finds that global audiences are increasingly skeptical about the use of artificial intelligence in news production, with many expressing discomfort with AI-generated news content, particularly on sensitive topics like politics. The report, based on surveys of nearly 100,000 people across 47 countries, also reveals growing concerns about false news content online and a general unwillingness to pay for news subscriptions. Meanwhile, news influencers are gaining popularity on social media platforms like TikTok, suggesting that newsrooms need to build direct relationships with audiences and strategically use platforms to connect with hard-to-reach demographics.