Abstract:

The integration of artificial intelligence into journalism represents a transformative shift that is fundamentally reshaping newsroom operations, editorial processes, and ethical frameworks. This study examines the multifaceted impact of AI technologies on contemporary journalistic practices, analyzing both opportunities and challenges facing the media industry. Through comprehensive analysis of automated content generation, algorithmic news curation, and AI-assisted reporting tools, this research reveals how newsrooms are adapting to technological disruption while maintaining journalistic integrity. The important findings indicate that AI implementation enhances efficiency in routine tasks such as data processing, fact-checking, and preliminary story drafts, enabling journalists to focus on investigative reporting and complex narrative construction. However, significant ethical concerns emerge regarding algorithmic bias, transparency in AI-generated content, and the potential displacement of traditional journalistic roles. The study identifies critical challenges including privacy protection, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and the need for comprehensive AI ethics policies in newsrooms. The research demonstrates that successful AI integration requires strategic policy development, ongoing staff training, and robust ethical frameworks that preserve editorial independence and public trust. As AI becomes increasingly central to journalism, newsrooms must balance technological advancement with fundamental principles of accuracy, fairness, and accountability to ensure the democratic function of journalism remains intact.