Gordon Crovitz

Gordon Crovitz and Steve Brill, co-founders of NewsGuard and veterans of the journalism industry, shed light on the alarming intersection of AI and disinformation. They reveal that AI chatbots spread false information 35% of the time, often manipulated by Russian operatives. The duo discusses the urgent need for accurate AI reporting, the importance of combating deep fakes, and innovative strategies for fostering trust in journalism. Their insights underscore the critical challenge of maintaining truth in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Gordon Crovitz, former publisher of the Wall Street Journal and co-founder of NewsGuard, discusses the impact of AI on spreading misinformation and fake news. He highlights the challenges posed by AI-enhanced misinformation websites and the importance of trust data in improving AI models. They also delve into the dangers of AI agents and the potential for training models to recognize false narratives. The conversation touches upon building databases, reliability scores, and the responsibility of social media platforms.