Can journalism still be a profitable business in the modern attention economy?
The rise of social media and artificial intelligence has fundamentally disrupted how news is monetized. While traditional models struggle, some entrepreneurs are testing new strategies to buck the trend. This episode examines two startups attempting to reshape the economic future of the news industry.
The current economic landscape for journalism is challenging, with 2026 marking a period where the industry faces significant pressure from the attention economy. Startups are now experimenting with alternative business models to navigate these shifts.
By analyzing the success of these specific ventures, the episode explores whether sustainable pathways exist for news organizations to thrive despite the widespread disruption caused by AI and social media platforms.
