⚖️ AI Ethics

The New Yorker's AI Altman Monster: Why Bother?

Sam Altman's face multiplies into a hydra of scowls and stares. It's AI art for The New Yorker's profile. And it's exactly what AI journalism shouldn't be.

AI-generated portrait of Sam Altman with multiple creepy faces hovering around his head

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • AI art for AI stories is unnecessary gimmickry that lacks true satirical bite. 𝕏
  • Even 'ethical' hybrid processes can't hide AI's uncanny gloss from skilled human work. 𝕏
  • Prestige publications like The New Yorker risk credibility by prioritizing trendy tools over illustrators. 𝕏
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Originally reported by The Verge - AI

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