BBC says it has complained to Apple over AI-generated fake news attributed to broadcaster
Dec 14, 2024 - theguardian.com
The BBC has lodged a complaint with Apple regarding AI-generated fake news notifications attributed to the broadcaster and shared on iPhones. These notifications, produced by Apple's new service, Apple Intelligence, inaccurately suggested that the BBC reported on the suicide of Luigi Mangione, a suspect in a US murder case. The BBC emphasized the importance of maintaining trust in its journalism and has reached out to Apple to address the issue.
Additionally, the BBC noted a similar incident involving notifications falsely attributed to the New York Times, though this has not been confirmed by the US publisher. The situation highlights concerns over the reliability of AI-generated news content and the potential impact on the credibility of established news organizations.
Key takeaways:
The BBC has filed a complaint with Apple over AI-generated fake news attributed to the broadcaster and shared on iPhones.
Apple Intelligence, a new feature launched in Britain, groups notifications from various information sites using AI.
A false notification suggested that the BBC reported on a suicide related to a murder case in New York.
The BBC emphasized the importance of trust in their journalism and has contacted Apple to address the issue.
