Published February 18, 2025
Written by Ron Leo Manangan, Genesis Velasco, and Mylene Wakit
Imagine a world where artificial intelligence could write every article, news piece, and blog post. Will there be bias when journalists and content creators are replaced by AI, generating articles in seconds with perfect grammar, unlimited research capabilities, and no risk of writer’s block?
It sounds futuristic, but now it’s possible. AI’s journey in journalism began with early experiments in computer-generated content. Over time, data analytics and language model breakthroughs have propelled automation from simple weather reports and financial summaries to in-depth articles and investigative reports. Today, AI-driven tools assist journalists in analyzing vast datasets, generating real-time updates, and crafting narrative-driven pieces.
Efficiency vs. Integrity
The use of AI in journalism has undeniable advantages. AI can handle enormous volumes of data, condense reports, and customize content for specific readers. Therefore, it makes news more convenient and personalized based on the reader’s similarity. AI-based articles also save operational expenses since they need minimal human involvement. Accuracy concerns, originality, and AI-generated content moral implications exist as AI does not possess human instincts, context, and critical sense, which are the key determinants of quality journalism.
Although AI may assemble facts, AI cannot independently conduct interviews, corroborate facts, or expose profound societal problems as human reporters do. The advent of AI journalism marks a revolutionizing change in the profession because it transforms the technology of producing news.
Yet, it won’t eliminate the use of human journalists. We can tell you there will be an even-handed utilization of AI to improve efficiency with adherence to key tenets of ethics, facts, and thought-provoking reporting. As technology evolves, so will the journalism industry, which welcomes technological changes while preserving the integrity and trust that mark good news.
