Google is testing a new AI tool called “Genesis.” Genesis is an artificial intelligence tool to help journalists produce and pitch news content, automate tasks. Genesis will purportedly lessen journalists load and make writing easier:
The primary function of Genesis is to take in information and generate news copy. This could be a game-changer for journalists, as it could automate some tasks and free up time for others. Google sees this tool as a form of “responsible technology”, implying that it is designed to aid journalists in their work rather than replace them.
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The question arises whether Genesis can filter out fake news and misinformation since generative AI tools could produce nebulous output:
There’s been significant ongoing concern that the use of AI for news reporting could fuel the spread of misinformation. AI systems and chatbots such as Google Bard have proven themselves much less adept at fact-checking than human journalists, and are prone to declaring incorrect information with conviction and authority.
