Inquirer's AI Content Snafu
Source: crossingbroad.com
The Inquirer published an article on Wednesday about AI-generated content appearing in a newspaper supplement.
The syndication company responsible for producing the 56-page feature supplement in The Inquirer acknowledged that some of the content was AI-generated, including nonexistent book recommendations.
Gabriel Escobar, The Inquirer’s editor and senior vice president, stated that using AI for content creation violates internal policies. He also mentioned that they are exploring ways to improve content vetting in these supplements, clarifying that Inquirer news staff was not involved.
Although The Inquirer’s name is on the cover, the newsroom staff was not involved in the editing or production of the “Heat Index” supplement, which was distributed by King Features. King Features stated that “Heat Index” was created by a freelance content creator who did not disclose using AI, and they will no longer work with that creator.
Sources indicate that two of the fake books were titled “Schuylkill Expressway: A Scenic and Enjoyable Driving Experience” and “Joel Embiid’s 82-Game Season.” Another story, “Harry Potter and the Flyers’ Recent Title” was not published.