# Crowdsourced Journalism Consumers reject media conglomerates in favor of peer-based information. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Feb 12, 2016 | Category: [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/pop-culture-and-internet-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/crowdsourced-journalism ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Crowdsourced Journalism trend? **Crowdsourced Journalism:** As suspicion of traditional media outlets continues to grow, consumers turn to digital platforms that either offer first-person accounts and news reporting by citizen journalists, or crowdsource content based on what their peers are reading. Consumers are replacing centralized information and authority with peer-based forms of media that speak to a desire for authenticity. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 7, 2014 to Jan 27, 2016 - Published: Feb 12, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Prosumerism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/prosumerism), [Many to Many](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/many-to-many) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Crowdsourced Journalism trend ### Crowdsourced Journalism The rise of crowdsourced journalism reflects a desire for authenticity that challenges traditional media outlets. ### Citizen Journalism Citizen journalism has become democratized because most people carry a smartphone, providing an outlet for content in curated platforms. ### Personalized News Curator Providing users a personalized handheld newscast carves out unique space in journalism industry reflecting a demand for tailored coverage. ## What the Crowdsourced Journalism trend means for industry ### For Media Crowdsourced journalism, citizen journalism, and personalized news curators are disrupting traditional media outlets and offering a pathway to authenticity and specificity. ### For Activism Activist campaigns utilizing social media such as Snapchat offer new and inventive ways for people to take action and make a difference through crowdsourcing technology. ### For Content Curation and Sharing Crowdsourced content sharing apps and platforms such as Clip and Fresco News are revolutionizing content discovery and democratizing access to information. ## Workshop question In what areas can you leverage peer recognition to earn trust among consumers? ## Trend signals for Crowdsourced Journalism Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 53%, activity 31%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 53% - Activity: 31% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Crowdsourced Journalism trend 5 featured examples from Aug 7, 2014 to Jan 27, 2016. - [Activist App Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/report-without-fear): Amnesty International's Report Without Fear Campaign Utilizes Snapchat (Category: Marketing) Implication: The Report Without Fear campaign points to potential advancements in social media platforms to enhance user safety and support activism. - [Crowdsourced Content-Sharing Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curated-by-others): This Website Displays Interesting Content Curated by Others (Category: Tech) Implication: The digital media industry can leverage crowdsourced content curation platforms like Clip to enhance user engagement and provide targeted recommendations. - [News Streaming Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watchup-app): The Watchup Apps Brings Curated Television Reporting to Smartphones (Category: Tech) Implication: Companies in the media and entertainment space can leverage Watchup's personalization technology to offer targeted content to users. - [Crowdsourced News Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-newswire): YouTube Newswire is a Curated Social Media News Platform (Category: Tech) Implication: Social media platforms could leverage user-generated content to create dedicated news platforms and engage users in real-time news sharing. - [Crowdsourced Journalism Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citizen-journalists): This Platform Features Photos and Videos from Citizen Journalists (Category: Tech) Implication: Integrate crowdsourced journalism and user-generated content to enhance news reporting and engage audiences in real-time. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Pop Culture - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Makeup Artist Jewelry Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora-x-pat-mcgrath) - [Influencer-Curated Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kit-keenan) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture)