TED: How mobile phones helped solve two murders | Paul Lewis

The video discusses the rise of citizen journalism, highlighting its empowering potential for the public to co-produce news and hold authorities accountable. Through two case studies, Ian Tomlinson and Jimmy Mubenga, the speaker illustrates how social media and technology enable alternative narratives to official accounts. The video emphasizes the importance of verification in journalism and the transformative impact of citizen journalism on global news reporting.

What evidence did the investment fund manager provide regarding Ian Tomlinson's death?

What are the potential dangers of citizen journalism mentioned in the text?

What impact did citizen journalism have on the coverage of major news events like the Japanese earthquake and the political crisis in the Middle East?

In what ways can ordinary people contribute to journalism according to the speaker?