The growing accessibility to visual documentation from smartphones, surveillance cameras, and satellite imagery means that visual investigations are becoming a standard in journalism. As techniques spread, their relevance will expand, enhancing reporting across stories.
The classic visual investigative story collects visuals and data to recreate past events, shedding light on critical moments, which is increasingly adopted by smaller newsrooms due to the accessibility of these forensic techniques.
Norwegian media’s response to Russia's invasion illustrates the future potential of visual investigations, where outlets like VG utilize these tools to elevate local reporting through proper verification and analysis of visual content.
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