The Truth Economy: How informed.now Restores Trust in What You Read with Kira Shishkin

In this conversation, Kira Shishkin, CEO of informed.now, discusses his journey as a global citizen and the importance of providing quality news without the noise. He reflects on his experiences growing up in Ukraine, living in Israel, and moving to the United States, emphasizing the cultural richness of different regions. Kira also addresses the current state of news media, highlighting the shift towards sensationalism and the need for a platform that restores dignity to news consumption.He discusses the challenges of misinformation in the digital age, the role of AI in news, and the importance of critical consumption of information. He emphasizes the need for journalistic integrity and the value of primary sources in news reporting. Kira also shares insights into the user demographics of informed.now, highlighting the platform's focus on media mindfulness and community building. He concludes with his guiding principles for success, emphasizing the joy of helping others.TakeawaysCultural diversity in the US is often overlooked.The news industry has shifted towards sensationalism.Quality journalism is essential for informed decision-making.The term 'post-truth' reflects current media challenges.AI can help filter out noise in news consumption.The mission is to inform without overwhelming the audience.Critical consumption of news is essential for informed citizens.Media mindfulness is key to avoiding information overload.Headlines often manipulate emotions; be cautious.Community building is vital for creators and builders.Helping others can be more rewarding than receiving help.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:25 Global Citizen Journey07:21 Restoring Dignity in News Consumption08:47 AI's Role in News and Misinformation14:54 The Informed Platform: A New Approach to News21:13 Understanding the User Base of informed.now29:25 Guiding Principles for Success