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Released on, September 23 — September 23, 2025 9:17 AM

Experts caution that the information crisis brought about by AI presents a significant risk to global economic stability and societal well-being. Eleven prominent economists, among them two Nobel Prize winners, call on governments to safeguard independent and reliable information. Public interest media plays a crucial role in ensuring effective markets, uncovering fraud, corruption, and false information.

The panel emphasized that AI might increase the spread of false information, enabling both government and private entities to alter facts. Approximately 90 countries experienced foreign state-backed information attacks in 2024. Independent reporters are encountering increasing political and financial challenges, as revenue from conventional media models continues to drop.

Without trustworthy data, countries are unable to tackle climate change, global health crises, or financial disparities efficiently. Specialists claim that independent journalism is essential for making choices in commerce, funding, and governmental strategies. Not taking action could lead to what Nobel Prize winner Maria Ressa refers to as “an information apocalypse.”

The panel urges governments to support public interest media and promote diverse, independent news environments. They recommend national and international funding sources, protections from government influence, and regulatory systems adapted for AI-based economies. International collaboration is essential to maintain these efforts.

Initial steps are being taken, including an upcoming global conference organized by France and Ghana to address the crisis. Leaders need to act immediately to prevent the AI information crisis from undermining economic growth, social well-being, and the advantages of technological progress.