Television newsroom editors' inclinations: Towards the ethics of employing artificial intelligence techniques in creating news content

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Associate Professor at the College of Media - Ajman University

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This research paper explores how newsroom editors, in media outlets including Cairo News Channels, Sky News Al Arabiya and BBC Arabic perceive the considerations associated with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in news content creation.
Using a questionnaire-based approach this study collected data from 168 newsroom editors across these four channels. The findings indicate that a majority of editors prefer AI solutions over complex technologies such as drones and robots when producing news content. Particularly Sky News and Al Arabiya show an inclination towards embracing AI techniques compared to BBC Arabic and Cairo News. Additionally, the study highlights that there is an investment by news channels in training their editors to effectively utilize AI technologies. Sky News stands out for its interest in providing AI training for editors.
Furthermore, the research identifies differences in editors' attitudes, towards the roles of artificial intelligence in maintaining the integrity of informational and visual content.
Furthermore, it showcases the differing viewpoints of editors regarding the influence of AI, on the involvement of humans in newsrooms.
This study emphasizes the need for a planned approach to utilize intelligence in television newsrooms. It suggests a strategy that combines investment in technology while also nurturing the aspect of news production. It is considered vital to allocate budgets, for training newsroom staff to effectively utilize these technologies.
 

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