Episode 29: How LLMs Are Breaking the News (feat. Karen Hao), March 25 2024
Apr 3, 2024
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Award-winning AI journalist Karen Hao discusses the limitations of AI in replacing reporters and the damaging hype surrounding LLMs. The conversation addresses Google's funding of news articles by unreleased LLMs and the impact on struggling publications. They also touch on the exploitative nature of Google's AI program for independent publishers and the challenges faced by aspiring journalists in the changing landscape of journalism.
Avoid falling for exaggerated AI hype to protect journalism integrity.
AI-generated news raises concerns on ethics and impact on human journalists.
Journalists must prioritize covering AI's broader impacts for informed reporting.
Deep dives
AI Hype Deception Unveiled by Experts
Experts in the industry are revealing the deceptive nature of AI hype and the risks associated with it. They caution against falling for exaggerated claims and misinformation spread by certain AI proponents.
AI-Generated News Creation Causing Concerns
The rise of AI-generated news content raises alarms as companies like Sports Illustrated and CNET use AI for publishing. Concerns arise over the impact on human journalists and the ethical implications of AI-generated news articles.
Award-Winning AI Reporter Urges Journalistic Focus
An award-winning AI reporter emphasizes the need for journalists to prioritize covering AI with a focus on affected communities and the power dynamics shaping the industry. Journalism is encouraged to address the broader impacts of AI beyond technical aspects.
Google's AI-Enhanced Platform Sparks Controversy
Google introduces 'Vlogger,' an AI technology capable of animating still photos, creating concerns over deepfakes and misinformation. The technology's potential applications and risks highlight ongoing debates surrounding AI advancements.
AI Chatbots Stir Humorous Interactions
Instances of AI chatbots in customer service roles leading to humorous interactions surface with customers attempting to prank the systems. The playful engagements showcase the lighthearted side of human interactions with AI technology.
Award-winning AI journalist Karen Hao joins Alex and Emily to talk about why LLMs can't possibly replace the work of reporters -- and why the hype is damaging to already-struggling and necessary publications.