China’s news media industry has entered a new era of profound integration with digital and intelligent technologies, according to a recent industry report released on Tuesday by the All-China Journalists Association.
The report, titled “Development of China’s News Media (2024),” highlights how generative AI is transforming news content production and revolutionizing journalism and communication. The industry is becoming increasingly data-driven, intelligent, integrated, and platform-based, enhancing its effectiveness and expanding its role in social networking.
With the rapid advancement of China’s internet industry, media organizations at various levels are leveraging online platforms to boost quality and efficiency. They are adjusting production and consumption structures and driving industry growth through the adoption of AI technology, the report noted.
As of May 2024, China had 3,606 internet news information service units offering 14,228 licensed services, including 1,912 websites, 3,294 applications, and 8,862 public accounts. This significant presence underscores the extensive digital landscape of China’s news media sector.
The report also revealed that as of October 2024, China was home to over 230,000 journalists with valid credentials. This robust workforce is at the forefront of embracing new technologies to adapt to the evolving media environment.
The integration of digital and intelligent technologies is not only reshaping content production but also upgrading the forms of journalism and communication. The effectiveness of omni-media communication systems has been significantly enhanced, providing audiences with more immersive and interactive news experiences.
The All-China Journalists Association emphasizes that the media industry’s transformation is driven by the need to meet the changing demands of audiences and the opportunities presented by technological advancements. The adoption of AI and digital platforms is positioning China’s news media to play a pivotal role in the global media landscape.
