AI in Media: Ethical Dilemmas and the Future of Journalism
By Katharine Hubbard and Joe Kasko Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the media landscape, presenting exciting opportunities and complex ethical challenges. From AI-generated news stories to the potential for job displacement, the impact of AI on journalism is profound and far-reaching. Generated by Gemini AI-Generated Content: The Case of Michael Schumacher In 2023, a German magazine published an "interview" with Michael Schumacher, the famed Formula 1 driver who had been out of the public eye since a skiing accident in 2013. The article sparked outrage when it was revealed that the interview was generated by an AI chatbot, not an actual conversation with Schumacher. This incident highlighted the ethical tightrope that journalists walk when using AI. While AI can be a powerful tool for generating content, it also raises concerns about deception, the spread of misinformation, and the potential erosion of public trust in the media. Generated b...