Navigating the AI wave: The promise and pitfalls of ChatGPT in journalism

MANILA – Eight years ago, we were first introduced to artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool for journalism. The concept was met with skepticism, and for good reason. Could an algorithm truly replicate the nuanced skills of a seasoned journalist, honed over years of professional experience? The technology was young and inexperienced, and we were prideful.

Back then, the answer was a resounding no.

Then came November 2022, and with it, the unveiling of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The media landscape trembled. Here was an AI tool that exhibited…