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Journalism's Ethical Revival: Al Jazeera Unveils 'Core Project'

2/4/2026

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Al Jazeera Director General Sheikh Nasser bin Faisal bin Khalifa Al Thani called for journalism to restore context in the digital age and unveiled 'Core Project' to blend technology with ethics.
He warned that algorithm-driven polarization poses risks and urged tech leaders to collaborate with journalists.
The Web Summit in Qatar attracted over 1,600 startups, including Eduardo Saverin, Facebook cofounder, and Colin Kaepernick, signaling Qatar's push to shape technology's future.

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Al Jazeera Director General Sheikh Nasser bin Faisal bin Khalifa Al Thani called for journalism to restore context in the digital age and unveiled 'Core Project' to blend technology with ethics.
He warned that algorithm-driven polarization poses risks and urged tech leaders to collaborate with journalists.
The Web Summit in Qatar attracted over 1,600 startups, including Eduardo Saverin, Facebook cofounder, and Colin Kaepernick, signaling Qatar's push to shape technology's future.