The revolution will be socialised

27 June 2009 | 21:55 - By Stefano Boscutti

Recent events in Iran will be remembered as a critical moment in the emergence of citizen journalism as a mainstream source of news.

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Yes, professional journalism is here to stay, but as news consumers increasingly become news producers, it will become increasingly difficult to separate the two. It’s time for professional and citizen journalism to share the same stage. Journalists must realize that one is not more important than the other, and both need each other.  Yes, the information revolution will powered by social media.  Yes, the information revolution will lead to a revolution in democracy with global repurcussions. Hang onto your seat. It's going to be a wild ride.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31387533/ns/technology_and_science-tech_and_gadgets/

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New New Media looks at how our mediascape is exploding to bits. How the latest technology and the internet are changing the way we live, work and play. How the latest media is shaping us all.

Stefano Boscutti is an executive creative director and strategist. He's like a better looking version of Todd Sampson. He also has an abiding faith that stories and wordplay (and not powerpoint presentations) will change the world.

 
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