Google is set to test a tool with artificial intelligence (AI) that can generate news articles, according to anonymous sources cited by The New York Times. The tool, known as “Genesis,” is able to process information about current events and create news texts. It is intended to become a journalist’s personal assistant, automating some tasks to free up more time for other responsibilities. However, executives who saw a presentation of the tool expressed concerns that it seemed to overlook the effort required to craft accurate messages. The AI tool was offered to news organizations such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and News Corp, but all declined to comment on the matter. The use of AI in journalism is controversial due to the potential for spreading misinformation. While AI can be used in everyday editorial work, it must be done responsibly, with human oversight to check for accuracy. Some newsrooms already use AI tools for certain types of reporting, but this represents only a small portion of their output. Publishers and authors have also criticized the use of their articles to train AI models without compensation.
