NewsBreak: The News App With Over 50 Million Monthly Users
In a world where misinformation and disinformation are common, there’s an app that takes things to the next level by publishing fake AI-generated stories. This app, available only in the US, boasts over 50 million monthly users – you may have come across it or even use it regularly.
Introducing NewsBreak, billing itself as “the go-to source for all things local” with a vast user base. Here’s what you need to know:
– NewsBreak publishes licensed content from major media outlets like Reuters, Fox, AP, and CNN.
– It also gathers information from local news sources and press releases using AI to rewrite the content.
– However, last Christmas Eve, NewsBreak faced backlash for publishing a false story about a shooting in Bridgeton, New Jersey. The local police department debunked the article as inaccurate.
– Former employees revealed that most of NewsBreak’s engineering work is done in China, raising concerns about data privacy and Chinese influence on American user data. However, NewsBreak assures users that it complies with US data laws and stores data on US servers.
– Legal issues have arisen for NewsBreak due to its use of AI, including settlements for copyright infringement. Despite these challenges, the company claims to address issues promptly and continues to evolve.
NewsBreak generates revenue through targeted ads aimed at its predominantly female, suburban or rural user base. Although facing scrutiny over its ties to China and its use of AI in news aggregation, NewsBreak remains committed to providing local news coverage for its vast user community.
