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Bard writes a press release announcing the launch of World News Trust social news network...

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CEO, World News Trust
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World News Trust Launches Social News Network to Restore Trust in News

[Stockbridge, Vermont] – May 13, 2023 – World News Trust, a global non-profit organization dedicated to restoring trust in news, today announced the launch of its social news network. The network is designed to provide users with a trusted and reliable source of news from around the world.

“We believe that the current state of news is broken,” said Francis Goodwin, CEO of World News Trust. “People are increasingly distrustful of the news, and they are right to be. Too much of the news is fake, biased, or simply not trustworthy. We created World News Trust to change that.”

The World News Trust social news network is different from other social media platforms in several ways. First, it is curated by a team of professional journalists who have been trained to identify and verify news stories. Second, all stories are fact-checked before they are published. Third, users can rate and review stories, which helps to ensure that only the best content is promoted.

“We believe that our social news network will provide users with a much-needed alternative to the current state of news,” Goodwin said. “We are committed to providing our users with the most accurate, reliable, and trustworthy news possible.”

The World News Trust social news network is currently in beta testing, but it will be available to the public in the coming months. To learn more, please visit WorldNewsTrust.com. Show more

A plan by Chat-gdp to crowd-fund a social news network

1. Develop a comprehensive business plan: In order to crowd-fund a social news network, a...A plan by Chat-gdp to crowd-fund a social news network

1. Develop a comprehensive business plan: In order to crowd-fund a social news network, a well-thought-out business plan is crucial. It should highlight the mission statement, target audience, business model, revenue streams, marketing, and growth strategy. This plan will be important for attracting potential investors and supporters.

2. Create an attention-grabbing campaign: A crowdfunding campaign requires catching the attention of potential investors, and the best way to do this is to develop a creative and engaging campaign. This can be in the form of videos, graphics, or animations highlighting the benefits of the social news network.

3. Set realistic funding goals: Setting a realistic funding goal is crucial for the success of the campaign. It must be enough to cover the startup costs but at the same time attractive enough to lure in backers. The funding goal should be set based on calculated financial projections and competitor analysis.

4. Offer enticing rewards: Backers are more likely to contribute if they are rewarded. Therefore, a smart approach is to offer incentives and rewards depending on the amount of investment. These can include early access to the app, branded merchandise, a lifetime subscription, among others.

5. Leverage social media: Social media is crucial for any crowdfunding campaign. The founders should develop a social media marketing strategy that will create buzz and attract potential investors to the campaign. They should leverage social media platforms the target audience frequents.

6. Reach out to potential investors: The founders should reach out to potential investors and let them know about the crowdfunding campaign. Additionally, they should also gain public relations attention, exposure, and engagement to let more people know about the initiative.

7. Monitor and analyze results: After launching the campaign, the founders should monitor and analyze the results of the campaign. They should track the number of backers, amount of money raised, and engagement rate on the crowdfunding page. Based on these results, they should modify their marketing strategy to make it even more effective. Show more

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America’s Crossing the Last Lines of Social Collapse | by umair haque | May, 2023 | Eudaimonia and Co

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VTDigger wins 11 awards in New England journalism competition - VTDigger

www.economist.com/culture/2023/04/26/chatgpt-raise…

ChatGPT raises questions about how humans acquire language | The Economist

It has reignited a debate over the ideas of Noam Chomsky, the world’s most famous linguist | Culture

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Why Do Americans Turn to Individuals for News and Information? Personality, Trust, Perspectives Outside the Mainstream  – Knight Foundation