Demographic Shifts and News Consumption in Latin America

This chapter examines the demographic changes in Latin America, focusing on declining fertility rates and increasing longevity, which strain government resources, particularly in pensions and healthcare. It also discusses the rise of TikTok as a news platform among Gen Z, highlighting how amateur anchors engage younger audiences by making news more relatable and entertaining while questioning the reliability of these sources. The chapter emphasizes the need for sustainable solutions to address the challenges of an aging population and explores the evolving relationship between traditional media and digital news consumption.