The article discusses the growing influence of social media platforms, particularly TikTok, as a source of news among users. A Pew survey reveals that 52% of TikTok users regularly get their news from the platform, signaling a shift in how information is consumed. Notably, users report receiving news equally from influencers as from established news outlets. Furthermore, major tech companies like Microsoft and Meta are actively combating misinformation campaigns, particularly from foreign entities aiming to influence public opinion during elections.
"According to surveys conducted by Pew, more than half of TikTok users (52%) say they regularly get news on the site."
"Among U.S. adults who say they regularly get news on TikTok, just as many say they ever get news on the site from influencers or celebrities (68%) as from news outlets or journalists (67%)."
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