As AI-generated books flood online marketplaces and authors adopt new tools, the publishing industry grapples with transparency demands and shifting reader preferences, raising questions about the future of authorship and trust. Readers may not agree on whether they want books written by humans or machines, but the argument is no…

China’s state media has issued a warning over AI-generated content platforms like iQIYI’s Nadou Pro, urging cultural industries to uphold human and legal boundaries amid a controversy over performer likeness rights and consent. China’s state media has weighed into the row over iQIYI’s so-called AI artist library, warning that entertainment…

The withdrawal of Mia Ballard’s self-published novel ‘Shy Girl’ after allegations of AI involvement exposes the industry’s struggles to verify authorship and adapt to emerging digital threats. The controversy around Mia Ballard’s horror novel Shy Girl has become a warning case for publishing, AI detection and the speed at which…

Researchers and experts highlight common stylistic features and phrases that often betray AI-generated texts, raising awareness about the evolving landscape of automated writing. If a piece of writing keeps leaning on stock phrases such as “research shows”, “it is important to note” or “this highlights the importance of”, it may…

Chester N. Bolingbroke’s stance on cheat codes reflects a broader debate on authorial rights and transparency amid rising concerns over AI-generated content in the gaming industry. Chester N. Bolingbroke has long treated cheat codes as something to be avoided until the work is done, allowing for only narrow exceptions when…

A draft of South Africa’s artificial intelligence policy has caused political controversy after it was revealed to contain fictitious references, exposing vulnerabilities in government use of generative AI and sparking calls for tighter oversight and verification. South Africa’s draft artificial intelligence policy has become a political embarrassment after reports that…

U.S. News & World Report has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the AI company of unlawfully using its journalism to train models, intensifying a legal battle that questions the limits of fair use in AI training and potential threats to media outlets’ revenue. U.S. News & World Report has…

Chinese model Christine Li’s face was used without permission in a popular AI-generated microdrama, highlighting the rapid rise of AI-enabled content creation and the urgent need for clearer regulations on personal rights and platform responsibilities. Christine Li, a Chinese model and influencer, says she was startled to find her face…

The Authors Guild introduces strict AI clauses requiring authors’ consent to prevent misuse of their work, while a new interactive format transforms classic novels into participatory experiences, signalling shifts in AI usage in literature. The Authors Guild has drawn a sharper line around artificial intelligence in publishing, publishing new model…

The myth that em dashes signal artificial writing endures, but experts argue that their long-standing use in language shows the question of authorship lies elsewhere, as AI detection remains unreliable. The idea that an em dash is now a dead giveaway for artificial writing has become a neat little internet…

Emerging cases of digital employee clones in China spark debate over privacy, consent, and the future of work as AI advancements blur lines between technology and human identity. China’s latest AI workplace experiment has triggered intense debate online after examples emerged of former employees being digitally “kept on” after leaving…

Applications are open for the AI in the Newsroom Fellowship 2026, a six-month programme empowering African journalists to develop AI-driven tools that enhance editorial workflows, transparency, and public interest reporting. Africa Uncensored and DW Akademie have opened applications for the AI in the Newsroom Fellowship 2026, a six-month programme aimed…