Can We Save the Media Industry from Itself?

Explore a thought-provoking discussion on the future of the media industry in this 24-minute Web Summit 2018 talk featuring Medium's Ev Williams and CNN's Laurie Segall. Delve into the challenges faced by publishers in the digital age, including the limitations of ad-based revenue models and the slow adoption of paywalls. Examine the potential solutions for saving the publishing industry from its current predicament. Gain insights on topics such as the impact of feedback loops, the proliferation of junk information, and the ethical considerations surrounding media companies. Reflect on the role of social media platforms like Twitter in shaping democracy and learn from industry leaders as they share their experiences in making crucial product decisions. Consider the importance of admitting mistakes and addressing ethical questions in the evolving media landscape.

Intro
Is this it
Medium
The feedback loop
The future of media
Junk information
Buying media companies
How to decide whats quality
Is Twitter ruining democracy
Looking back on product decisions
Confidence to say youre wrong
The most important ethical question
Conclusion