Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

Chicago Sun-Times Faces Backlash Over AI-Generated Fake Book List in Summer Guide

The Chicago Sun-Times published a summer guide featuring AI-generated content, including fictitious book titles attributed to real authors and quotes from non-existent experts. The material, produced by Hearst's King Features and written by freelancer Marco Buscaglia, bypassed editorial review. Following public outcry, the Sun-Times removed the digital version and pledged stricter oversight of third-party content. The incident underscores growing concerns about AI's role in journalism.