Nobel Speech on Press Freedom and Technology

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According to the content, what is identified as a significant need to counteract hate and violence?

Promoting only positive news and censoring negative information.
Increasing government regulation of all media outlets.
Transforming the toxic information ecosystem prioritized by technology companies. (correct)
Eliminating internet usage completely.

What was the significance of the 1936 Nobel Prize mentioned in the content?

It marked the beginning of increased press freedom around the world.
It was the first time a journalist had ever won the award.
The award led to immediate reforms in international journalism standards.
The recipient, Carl von Ossietzky, was unable to accept it due to imprisonment in a Nazi concentration camp. (correct)

What impact did facing numerous arrest warrants and legal charges have on the speaker?

It led to a significant decrease in Rappler's readership and influence.
It made them more fearful and less willing to report on controversial topics.
It strengthened their resolve and commitment to journalism. (correct)
It forced them to reconsider their career as a journalist.

According to the content, how is technology impacting the current state of democracy and journalism?

It is being used as an 'accelerant' by governments to persecute journalists more effectively. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What question does she urge people to ask themselves?

What are you willing to sacrifice for the truth? (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the journalist's primary mission as stated in the speech?

To deliver factual information and hold those in positions of authority accountable. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the speech, what is a key concern with the current information ecosystem?

A virus of lies has infected society, leading to division and the rise of authoritarianism. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Rappler, the startup mentioned in the Nobel acceptance speech?

It is an attempt to reflect the challenges of the current information ecosystem, where law and democratic vision are absent. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is presented as a cost of defending press freedom in the Philippines?

A higher number of lawyers killed compared to the number of journalists murdered. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated about the relationship between technology and journalism in the speech?

Technology, with its potential for both good and bad, serves as a new gatekeeper of information, with the power to spread both truth and lies. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What concept suggests a system of paying it forward in Filipino culture?

Utang na loob (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant risk faced by women journalists according to the content?

Increased incidences of misogyny and hatred (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between social media and real-world violence?

Online violence is a real-world phenomenon. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the practice of companies extracting private lives for profit?

Surveillance capitalism (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker imply is often prioritized over factual reporting by social media companies?

Engagement and divisiveness (A) Signup and view all the answers

How has the landscape of journalism been affected by tech companies according to the text?

There is a foundational threat to markets and elections. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What societal impact does gendered disinformation have as highlighted in the content?

It affects the safety and mental health of marginalized groups. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase best captures the speaker's perspective on their identity through challenges?

You discover your identity when fighting for it. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What event does the speaker reference to illustrate the escalation of online tensions into real-world violence?

Mob violence at Capitol Hill on January 6th (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker indicate about the future of news with the rise of tech companies?

Misinformation will become more prevalent. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Journalist Sacrifice

The risks and sacrifices journalists face to report the truth.

Press Freedom

The right of journalists to report news without censorship or punishment.