AI: the European Federation of Journalists sets its priorities
In a « position paper » published yesterday, the European Federation of Journalists opens the door to the controlled and considered use of AI in journalism, but draws red lines: journalists’ autonomy, transparency and protection of the value of editorial work remain essential conditions. The EFJ also called for public support for the deployment of AI in small media, so that the tool is not reserved for large publishers. The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) recently adopted a detailed position paper on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the news sector. The… . The document highlights both the potential of these technologies to assist the work of newsrooms and the considerable risks they represent for editorial independence, the economic viability of the media, the employment of journalists and public…