AI-generated slop is quietly seizing the internet. Is it a threat to journalism or a problem that will fix itself? Three experts discuss the rise of low-quality content and its implications for the profession, the news industry and the public sphere.
AI-generated slop is quietly seizing the internet. Is it a threat to journalism or a problem that will fix itself? Three experts discuss the rise of low-quality content and its implications for the profession, the news industry and the public sphere.
Neither humans-in-the-loop nor transparency labels will save the news media when it comes to AI “The notion of a human needing to intervene in every decision undercuts the idea of speeding up various tasks,” argues our researcher Felix M. Simon.
Neither humans-in-the-loop nor transparency labels will save the news media when it comes to AI “The notion of a human needing to intervene in every decision undercuts the idea of speeding up various tasks,” argues our researcher Felix M. Simon.
Trust Conference 2024: six things we learnt about the impact of AI on misinformation and the news business Here are a few highlights from speakers such as Rasmus Kleis Nielsen, Maria Ressa, Kara Swisher and Jane Barrett at TRF’s flagship event.
Trust Conference 2024: six things we learnt about the impact of AI on misinformation and the news business Here are a few highlights from speakers such as Rasmus Kleis Nielsen, Maria Ressa, Kara Swisher and Jane Barrett at TRF’s flagship event.
We need clarity about the deals between AI companies and news publishers. Here’s why “What might be good for the parties involved isn’t necessarily beneficial to either industry, let alone society at large,” argues our researcher Felix M. Simon.
We need clarity about the deals between AI companies and news publishers. Here’s why “What might be good for the parties involved isn’t necessarily beneficial to either industry, let alone society at large,” argues our researcher Felix M. Simon.
Most AI avatars look female, young and attractive. Are they a passing trend or here to stay? Two technologists explain how and why they created these figures. Critics fear this can reinforce negative stereotypes about women.
Most AI avatars look female, young and attractive. Are they a passing trend or here to stay? Two technologists explain how and why they created these figures. Critics fear this can reinforce negative stereotypes about women.
Is it possible to build a local radio station powered by AI? This tech CEO says so Daniel Anstandig from Futuri Media claims his tool can create a local radio feed from 250,000 news sources and get it broadcast by an AI host.
Is it possible to build a local radio station powered by AI? This tech CEO says so Daniel Anstandig from Futuri Media claims his tool can create a local radio feed from 250,000 news sources and get it broadcast by an AI host.
