The New York Times is moving forward with artificial intelligence integration in its newsroom, approving AI tools for editorial and product teams.
The company is introducing AI training for journalists and has launched an internal AI tool, Echo, designed to summarize articles and briefings, according to Semafor.
In a message to staff, the Times outlined guidelines for AI usage, emphasizing its potential to enhance journalism while setting strict limitations on its application. The company’s editorial policy states, “Generative AI can assist our journalists in uncovering the truth and helping more people understand the world. Machine learning already helps us report stories we couldn’t otherwise, and generative AI has the potential to bolster our journalistic capabilities even more.”