Social media beats TV as top American news source for first time, study finds

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Social media beats TV as top American news source for first time, study finds

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Published in Media and Entertainment on Wednesday, June 18th 2025 at 11:04 GMT by ZDNet
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A recent study by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism has found that social media has surpassed television as the primary news source for Americans, marking a significant shift in media consumption habits. The study, which surveyed over 93,500 individuals across 46 countries, revealed that 44% of Americans now rely on social media platforms like TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and others for news, compared to 33% who prefer television. This trend is particularly pronounced among younger demographics, with 57% of 18-24 year olds using social media for news. The rise of social media as a news source is attributed to its convenience, the ability to personalize content, and the influence of algorithms that tailor news feeds to individual preferences.

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