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Glossary Journalism & Media

Paywall

A restriction limiting articles to paying subscribers. A metered paywall allows a set number of free articles before it applies.

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Memecoin

A token whose value rests on attention and community rather than on any product or cash…

On background

Information that may be published but not attributed by name, usually described instead by role, such…

Phishing

Tricking someone into handing over credentials or money by impersonating a trusted sender. Still the most…

Conflict of interest

A personal or financial stake that could reasonably be seen to compromise coverage. The usual remedies…

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