SubsidieMeestersBoosting trust in online media by instantly informing users about conflicts of interest
The WiseReader project aims to develop a browser extension that reveals potential conflicts of interest in news articles, empowering users to assess the trustworthiness of news sources.
Projectdetails
Introduction
Trust in mainstream media has been declining steadily across the world. The trend is fueled by the perception that news companies are not truly independent but serve the interests of owners, advertisers, or creditors.
The Problem
Many media outlets insulate editorial decisions from external pressures, but ordinary citizens have no means to know. Hence, distrust in a few “bad apples” risks extending to the entire industry.
Project Overview
The WiseReader project aims to tackle this problem. Based on research carried out under the Starting Grant project MIRAGE, it proposes to create a web browser extension that allows online users to learn about the potential conflicts of interest faced by the news outlets.
Features of the Extension
The extension will:
- Identify companies and individuals featured in a news article.
- Highlight relevant connections between them and the news outlet.
- Display the results using an intuitive system of coloured flags.
- Offer comprehensive information about these connections on a dedicated website.
Goals
The project aims to empower ordinary citizens, allowing them to discern what news sources and stories ought to be trusted. It may also allow quality news outlets to distinguish themselves from others and improve their reputation and traffic.
Financiële details & Tijdlijn
Financiële details
| Subsidiebedrag | € 150.000 |
| Totale projectbegroting | € 150.000 |
Tijdlijn
| Startdatum | 1-7-2023 |
| Einddatum | 31-12-2024 |
| Subsidiejaar | 2023 |
Partners & Locaties
Projectpartners
- UNIVERSIDAD POMPEU FABRApenvoerder
- FUNDACIO PRIVADA BARCELONA GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
Land(en)
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