The WEF’s 2025 report Rethinking Media Literacy stresses the urgency of equipping societies to navigate a fragmented, AI-driven information landscape. Traditional media literacy focused on spotting misinformation is no longer enough. The report calls for a broader framework that includes understanding algorithms, protecting digital rights, and fostering critical engagement with generative AI. It highlights risks of deepfakes, echo chambers, and trust erosion while noting opportunities for creativity and civic participation. Success depends on collaboration among governments, educators, tech platforms, and civil society to embed media literacy into education, policy, and lifelong learning for resilient democracies.

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