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How does AI write news?

AI uses complex algorithms to process vast amounts of information and then generate text. For news, it can summarise existing articles, create new stories from data, or even translate. While efficient, the Ofcom report shows many people are wary of its accuracy and trustworthiness compared to human journalists.

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