News:Rewired In Focus: social newsgathering and verification

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21/10/2015
1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Thompson Reuters

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The first ‘news:rewired in focus‘ event will take a detailed look at social media newsgathering and verification, scheduled for Wednesday 21 October at Reuters in Canary Wharf, London.

Social media and mobile devices have irrevocably changed the news landscape, and now members of the public are often at the scene of a news event before a reporter even hears of the story. Pictures and video posted to social media by eyewitnesses are often the first sign, but how can journalists and newsrooms reach these sources quickly, reliably and ethically? Experts in the field will share their tips and advice in this half-day event. More info.

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