{"id":4342,"date":"2026-03-25T13:16:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T13:16:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalnewstoday.uk\/index.php\/2026\/03\/25\/people-now-get-breaking-news-from-social-first-but-trust-is-eroding-stock-titan\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T13:16:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T13:16:29","slug":"people-now-get-breaking-news-from-social-first-but-trust-is-eroding-stock-titan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalnewstoday.uk\/index.php\/2026\/03\/25\/people-now-get-breaking-news-from-social-first-but-trust-is-eroding-stock-titan\/","title":{"rendered":"People now get breaking news from social first \u2014 but trust is eroding – Stock Titan"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sprout Social (NASDAQ: SPT)<\/b> research dated March 25, 2026 finds social media is now the primary channel for breaking news discovery, surpassing TV. The Q1 2026 Pulse Survey reports widespread skepticism: 88%<\/b> cite AI-generated video tools eroding trust and 56%<\/b> see \u201cAI slop\u201d often.
Despite that, 65%<\/b> say trust in social remained the same or rose, and Gen Z shows a +25%<\/b> trust gain while 51% want journalists more active on social.
SPT fell 6.78%<\/b> while peers were mixed: SMWB +1.88%<\/b>, DCBO -4.28%<\/b>, VERB +3.72%<\/b>, PDFS +3.17%<\/b>, SEMR -0.08%<\/b>, suggesting a stock-specific move rather than a broad sector rotation.
Recent history shows several positive or neutral announcements followed by negative price reactions, especially around earnings and product or recognition news.
Over the past month, SPT reported multiple positive developments, including G2 recognitions on Feb 18\u201319<\/b> and Mar 18<\/b>, AI\u2011powered product launches, and strong Q4 2025<\/b> revenue of $120.9M<\/b> with double\u2011digit growth. Yet, the stock sold off after earnings on Feb 26<\/b> (-9.28%<\/b>) and dipped after several upbeat news items. Today\u2019s survey highlighting social media\u2019s role in news and AI\u2011related trust issues fits into this pattern of news flow against a weak share-price backdrop.
This announcement underscores SPT\u2019s role in the evolving social media landscape, highlighting that social is now the primary channel<\/b> for breaking news discovery while trust is pressured by AI-generated content<\/b> and \u201cAI slop.\u201d The findings align with SPT\u2019s focus on social intelligence and AI tools seen in prior updates and filings. Investors may watch how the company\u2019s analytics, content authenticity features, and enterprise relationships address these trust concerns and support revenue growth noted in recent results.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
CHICAGO, March 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to a new study from Sprout Social<\/u><\/a> (NASDAQ: SPT<\/a>), an industry-leading provider of social media management and analytics software, social media is now the primary channel for breaking news discovery, overtaking TV, also ahead of podcasts, news apps, and print media. Sprout Social\u2019s Q1 2026 Pulse Survey<\/u><\/a> shows this trend is even stronger among Gen Z, with roughly half (51%<\/percent>) of this generation also wanting news organizations and reporters to be even more active on social.
However, the findings reveal a simultaneous rise in skepticism among consumers about the news they see in their feeds. In fact, 88%<\/percent> say AI-generated video tools have eroded their trust in the news they see on social media, with misinformation and \u201cAI slop\u201d (i.e., low-quality AI-generated content) being the top two factors driving skepticism. As a result, two in three social users are now more selective about what content they engage with. As social platforms become the new \u201cfront page,\u201d the stakes are rising for publishers, journalists and brands to show up with credible, engaging content that audiences trust.
While there is heightened skepticism around the news people see in their feeds, 65%<\/percent> still say their trust in social media overall has remained the same or increased over the past year. Gen Z\u2019s trust has risen the most of any generation (25%<\/percent>), citing improvements in security\/privacy, good content experiences and a sense of personal connection and community as the top factors driving that increase.
\u201cWith audiences turning to social for everything from entertainment and inspiration to news and connection, capturing attention and building trust is more competitive than ever,\u201d said Scott Morris, Chief Marketing Officer at Sprout Social. \u201cThe rise of AI-generated content adds a new layer of complexity, but it\u2019s a challenge brands, creators and news organizations can overcome. By utilizing social intelligence, organizations can understand how and where audiences want to engage, show up with authenticity and deliver meaningful content. Those who do can break through the noise and make a real connection with their audiences.\u201d
The Q1 2026 Pulse Survey gives clear takeaways on how to build trust and spark meaningful engagement in today\u2019s complex social landscape:
For more, including consumer data on social media bans, taking a stand on social issues and social media usage for the rest of 2026, access the full Q1 2026 Pulse Survey here<\/u><\/a>.
About the data<\/strong>
This consumer survey was conducted online by Glimpse, a global market research firm, on behalf of Sprout Social. Participants included 2,250 social media users across the US, UK and Australia. The survey was conducted from February 5 to February 9, 2026.
About Sprout Social <\/strong>
Sprout Social is a global leader in social media management and analytics software, built on the belief that All Business is Social\u2120. Sprout\u2019s intuitive platform puts powerful social data into the hands of tens of thousands of brands so they can deliver smarter, faster business impact. Named the #1 Best Software Product<\/a> by G2\u2019s 2024 Best Software Award, Sprout offers comprehensive publishing and engagement functionality, customer care, influencer marketing, advocacy, and AI-powered business intelligence. Sprout\u2019s software operates across all major social media networks and digital platforms. For more information about Sprout Social (NASDAQ: SPT<\/a>), visit sproutsocial.com<\/a>.
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