This week, the use of AI in journalism took a big hit, as credibility wanes in the news industry. Powell Tribune’s CJ Baker first noticed oddities in quotes from Wyoming’s governor and a local prosecutor. Apparently, The Cody Enterprise, co-founded by none other than Buffalo Bill Cody, faced backlash after a journalist admitted to using AI, prompting apologies and a review of his work. This scandal underscores AI’s continuing usage and risks in journalism, where credibility hinges on accurate reporting and trustworthy sources. The reporter resigned, but now we have to wonder who else is using AI to write up stories in the news media.
A reporter at a small Wyoming newspaper has resigned after a competitor discovered he was using artificial intelligence to write stories and fabricate quotes, including some by the governor.
Found at apnews.com
