The mainstreaming of AI is setting a new precedent for how people relate to non-human sources of intelligence. While automation on a consumer level has typically focused on specific tasks like replying to emails or budgeting, it’s now swiftly expanding to a more dynamic range of applications.

Filter bubbles and ‘fake news’ have people concerned about the credibility of content shared on Facebook and Twitter; 13% of Britons say stories posted on these platforms are mostly unreliable. Canvas8 sat down with 20 people across the UK to get their views on social media as a news source.

With the barrage of bad news increasing every day, citizens hoping to remain informed are becoming apathetic, stressed out and down-right done with negative headlines. News outlets such as The New York Times are finding success by including positive stories, leading to increased audience engagement and feel-good vibes.

With the UK’s regional press in decline and new hyperlocal offerings from tech giants including Google and Facebook, the way people discover news from their community is transforming. Canvas8 spoke to 20 Britons to understand how they keep up with current affairs in their local area.

Mainstream media outlets tend to focus on domestic affairs and major international issues, neglecting much of what’s happening elsewhere in the world. Through r/GlobalTalk, Reddit users are shedding light on non-English speaking parts of the internet, bringing local stories to a global audience.