Phil Chetwynd on France 24: AI and the Future of Journalism
AFP’s Global News Director, Phil Chetwynd, appeared on France 24’s Scoop on Friday, 7 February, to discuss artificial intelligence and its impact on journalism.
The Hague (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 14:20:39 | Duterte's ICC trial to start November 30: judge ric/tw
London (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 13:27:00 | Blaze at London kosher store 'not believed to be suspicious': Fire Brigade
Tehran (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 12:27:56 | Iran says US, Israel goal still to overthrow Islamic republic
Vientiane (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 12:13:48 | 5 of 7 people trapped in Laos cave found alive: rescuers
Rome (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 12:08:38 | Spanish PM sees 'no reasons' to withdraw support for graft accused predecessor Zapatero
Geneva (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 11:36:35 | Ebola-hit DRC facing 'catastrophic collision of disease and conflict': WHO chief
Beirut (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 11:12:52 | Hezbollah says clashed with Israeli troops north of Lebanon's Litani river
Seoul (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 11:02:16 | South Korea says to summon Iran ambassador for protest at attack on ship
Verden an der Aller (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 11:01:16 | German far-left militant jailed for 13 years for robberies
Budapest (AFP) | 27/05/2026 - 10:49:30 | Hungary lawmakers vote to stop Orban-initiated ICC exit
AFP’s Global News Director, Phil Chetwynd, appeared on France 24’s Scoop on Friday, 7 February, to discuss artificial intelligence and its impact on journalism.
This investigation by AFP and SourceMaterial reveals that the plastic credits system relies heavily on cement plants, where large quantities of waste are incinerated, making this industry more polluting than aviation.
With the rise of generative AI and the growing use of synthetic images, Agence France-Presse (AFP) has successfully tested a “proof of concept” to certify the authenticity of its photos, ensuring they can be verified wherever they appear online. The Agency now plans to develop this technology further in collaboration with camera manufacturers, editing software developers, and news distributors, working towards a shared industry standard that protects the integrity of photojournalism.
Estithmar Holding Q.P.S.C. announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting a net profit of QAR 333 million, marking a significant 97% increase compared to the same period last year. The results underscore the strength of the Company’s operating model and the successful execution of its expansion strategy. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260429718889/en/Estithmar Holding Reports 97% Surge YoY i...
Eighteen48 Partners today announced the first close of Eighteen48 Private Equity Fund I (the “Fund”) at €175 million. The Fund, which is targeting €350 million, is focused on European middle-market buyout transactions sourced through Independent Sponsors. Since 2020 Eighteen48 Partners have deployed more than €200 million into this strategy, which aims to provide investors with diversified exposure to off-market sourced transactions. The first close was supported by significant re-up commit...
Palestinian AFP photographer Mahmud Hams has won the prestigious Visa d'Or News prize for his coverage of the conflict in Gaza, the Visa pour l'image Association announced Saturday.
Andersen Consulting announces a Collaboration Agreement with Afiniti, a global business transformation consultancy headquartered in the United Kingdom that helps organizations deliver and sustain complex change programs. Founded in 2003, Afiniti is a global business change consultancy based in the UK and U.S., supporting clients through complex transformation across people, process, systems, and data, and bringing change to life through creative consulting services. The firm primarily serves ...
Vista Equity Partners (“Vista”), a global technology investor that specializes in enterprise software, today announced the opening of its new office in Abu Dhabi within ADGM, the city’s international financial center. VEPM Middle East Limited has received full authorization from ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), enabling the firm to advise on investments and arrange deals in investments across the region. The Abu Dhabi office reflects Vista’s expanded strategic presence i...