Newspaper giant pauses AI experiment after readers mock bizarre sports reporting
Gannett has paused its AI experiment after receiving criticism for AI-generated sports articles that were poorly worded and lacked details.
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Posted 9/1/2023, 6:00:00 AM
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Newspaper chain Gannett has suspended the use of an artificial intelligence tool for writing high school sports dispatches after it generated several flawed articles. The AI service, called LedeAI, produced reports that were mocked on social media for their repetitive language, lack of detail, and odd phrasing. Gannett has paused its use of the tool across all the local markets that had been using it and stated that it continues to evaluate vendors to ensure the highest journalistic standards. This incident follows other news outlets pausing the use of AI in reporting due to errors and concerns about ethical implications.
The Columbus Dispatch temporarily halted the use of an AI sports writing tool due to criticism of a poorly written article.
Gannett, the publisher of USA Today and other regional newspapers, has faced criticism for publishing low-quality AI-generated articles about high school sports, which lacks context and substance, and fails to meet journalistic standards. The move to AI-generated content raises concerns about the future of high school sports journalism and the impact on local communities.