Google is exploring AI tools for journalists

Computer giant Google is studying the possibility of using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write news articles and assist journalists in their work. The company has begun talks with news organizations, according to a spokesperson.

A Google spokesperson did not name the media involved, but the US daily The New York Times (The New York Times) I mentioned that Giant had discussions with them in particular, as well as Washington Postand News Corp and website owner Wall Street Journal.

This toolAmnesty Internationalnamed Genesis at Google according to sources from The New York TimesIt can help journalists by giving them options for different titles or writing styles, for example. can help improve their work and productivitypoints to a Google spokesperson, stating that the company is still in a phase Explore ideas.

These tools are not intended to replace journalists’ primary role in writing, creating, and fact-checking.

However, media executives who saw Google’s offer described it as disturbing, according to The New York TimesCiting sources who requested anonymity.

the The New York Times and the Washington Post He did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Reuters news agency.

A News Corp. spokesperson declined to comment on the New York Times article and this tool.Amnesty InternationalBut he said: We have a great relationship with Google and appreciate Sundar Pichai’s long-term commitment [PDG de Google] to the press.

It is reported that Google indicated at the end of June its intention to block news from the Canadian media on its platforms due to the adoption of the Online News Act, which requires web giants to agree with the media in order to reward the participation of their articles and reports.

Is artificial intelligence and journalism a good mix?

The news comes days after the Associated Press announced that it would partner with OpenAI, owner of ChatGPT, to explore a useAmnesty International generative in the field of information.

Some media already use aAmnesty International generate their own content, but news publications are slow to adopt the technology due to concerns about misinformation and difficulties in distinguishing human-generated content from computer software-generated content.

With information from Reuters