Lecture Series on Media Leadership and Innovation: Adjunct Professor George Chen Highlights the Crucial Role of Journalists in Delivering Accurate Information

08 Jun 2026 (Mon)

On 15 May 2026, the Department of Media and Communication held the fourth lecture in its "Media Leadership and Innovation Lecture Series: COM with Me." The session featured Adjunct Professor George Chen, who shared valuable insights into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on how global audiences consume and interpret news.





Drawing upon his extensive professional experience in the news industry, Professor Chen discussed the transformative impact of AI on journalism. He highlighted how advancements in AI technologies, such as the implementation of AI-powered news anchors, have revolutionized the field. Prof. Chen emphasized that media professionals must strike a critical balance between the use of AI tools and human oversight, prioritizing media literacy to ensure the accuracy and reliability of information presented to the audience. Furthermore, he underscored the shared responsibility of audiences to develop the skills needed to distinguish between factual news and misinformation.



This thought-provoking lecture provided significant insights to attendees—particularly undergraduate and postgraduate students—empowering them to better prepare for their future careers in media and communication.