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\"CoverThe opening access publication, “Information Ecosystems and Troubled Democracy: The State of Knowledge on News Media, AI, and Data Governance,” edited by Prof. Dr. Matthias C. Kettemann<\/a>, Prof. Dr. Robin E. Mansell, Dr. Flavia Durach, Th\u00e9ophile Lenoir, Prof. Dr. Rob Procter, Gyan Tripathi, and Emily Tucker, explains why today’s information ecosystems pose challenges to democracies.<\/p>\n

Download the publication (PDF)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Based on research in the Global North and Global South, the publication examines the implementation of principles for regulating information ecosystems and the uncertainties and burdens faced by public institutions and other actors when attempting to combat misinformation and disinformation. The publication asks, “What can be done to promote online information and communication spaces that respect human rights, do no harm, and ensure justice for all?”<\/p>\n

The publication outlines measures to improve the quality of public discourse, protect media freedom, and ensure the resilience of public institutions. It also emphasizes policy measures that aim to improve the accountability and resilience of information ecosystems in the face of the growing manipulation of information.<\/p>\n

This publication is based on an earlier report by the Observatory for Information and Democracy<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Research Assessment<\/h2>\n

There is an urgent need to address the risks and harms associated with today’s information ecosystems. This must be done in a context-appropriate manner. Evidence is needed to support the governance of information ecosystems and a public sphere that serves individuals well and promotes the common good. Although big tech companies encourage people to rely on their products and services, these benefits pale in comparison to the risks and harms experienced by those who are excluded and disadvantaged.<\/p>\n

Target Audience<\/h2>\n

The publication is particularly aimed at researchers, policymakers, businesses, and civil society.<\/p>\n

Mansell, R., Durach, F., Kettemann, M., Lenoir, T., Procter, R., Tripathi, G., and Tucker, E. (2025): Information Ecosystems and Troubled Democracy: A Global Synthesis of the State of Knowledge on New Media, AI and Data Governance. International Observatory on Information and Democracy. Paris. DOI: 10.48335\/9789189864238.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2579,"template":"","tags":[398,400],"class_list":["post-6918","hbi-publications","type-hbi-publications","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-miscellaneous","tag-other-publications"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nInformation Systems and Troubled Democracy - Leibniz Institut f\u00fcr Medienforschung | Leibniz Institute for Media Research<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Internet freedom has declined for 14 consecutive years. 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