‘What’s in it for us?’ journalists ask as publications sign content deals with AI firms
What does Vox Media's content licensing deal with OpenAI entail?
Vox Media's content licensing deal with OpenAI allows the AI company to access Vox's current content and entire archive of journalistic work to train ChatGPT and other models. The agreement also includes licensing agreements, allowing OpenAI to use Vox Media's content in response to ChatGPT queries, with citations to the relevant article. Additionally, both companies will collaborate on product development.
How did Vox Media's journalists react to the announcement of the OpenAI deal?
Vox Media's journalists were surprised and concerned about the announcement of the OpenAI deal. They felt the decision to license their content to OpenAI was made without their input and could ultimately harm writers and journalism as a whole. They are now seeking more information about the agreement and its implications for their work.
What are some criticisms Vox Media and The Atlantic have of OpenAI?
Vox Media and The Atlantic have criticized OpenAI for its lack of transparency, trustworthiness, and ethical concerns. They have also expressed concerns about the environmental impact of AI, the potential for AI to spread disinformation, and the possibility of AI being used to replace human writers and journalists.