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UK Think Tank Demands Rules for AI News: Pay Publishers, Show Sources

A British think tank has warned that AI tools are becoming the main gateway for news, reshaping the ecosystem with new corporate "gatekeepers." The Institute for Public Policy Research report cautions that this risks narrowing public perspectives, as some major outlets are insufficiently cited by leading AI tools. It recommends governments force AI companies to pay for the news they use and implement transparent source labels for AI-generated content. The report concludes that swift government action is essential to protect the news environment from further damage.

Key Points: UK Think Tank Calls for Regulation of AI-Generated News

  • AI as primary news gateway
  • Risk of narrowed perspectives
  • Demand for fair payment to publishers
  • Call for AI "nutrition labels"
  • Need for public funding for independent news
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British think tank urges official regulation for AI-generated news

A British think tank urges government rules for AI news, demanding fair pay for publishers and transparency labels for AI-generated content.

"the disproportionate use of some outlets over others risks narrowing the range of perspectives users are exposed to - IPPR report"

London, Feb 2

A British think tank has raised concerns about the health of the artificial intelligence news environment, calling for the government's engagement in fostering rules, including fair payment and transparent source disclosure for AI-generated news.

In a report released this week, the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said that AI tools are rapidly becoming the primary gateway through which the public accesses news, fundamentally reshaping the news ecosystem.

However, according to the report, as major AI companies emerge as new "gatekeepers" on the internet, controlling how citizens access information and reshaping public thought, some official news outlets, such as BBC News, are insufficiently cited by leading AI tools, including ChatGPT and Google Gemini.

The think tank warned that "the disproportionate use of some outlets over others risks narrowing the range of perspectives users are exposed to, potentially amplifying particular viewpoints or agendas without users' knowledge," therefore, it outlined three key policy recommendations to establish a healthy AI news environment, reports Xinhua news agency.

First, it said governments should require AI companies to pay for the news they use, by requiring fair payment and collective licensing deals that ensure a wide range of publishers are included.

Second, it recommended that AI companies should introduce clear, standardised "nutrition labels" for AI news, so the public can see where AI answers come from and how they're generated.

Third, it urged governments to use public funding to protect independent news in the AI era.

The report underscores that swift government action is essential to foster a healthy AI news environment before it is too late to prevent further damage to the news ecosystem.

- IANS

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Arjun K
Fair payment to news publishers is crucial. Many Indian news websites struggle with revenue. If global AI giants are using their content to train models and generate answers, they must compensate them. Otherwise, quality journalism will die, and we'll be left with only AI-generated noise. 🇮🇳
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Rohit P
While regulation is needed, I'm a bit skeptical. Look at our own IT rules and how they are sometimes applied. The key is smart, light-touch regulation that ensures transparency without stifling innovation. We don't want to create another license raj for technology.
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Sarah B
The point about AI becoming a "gatekeeper" is so true. If ChatGPT only pulls from a few major Western outlets, where does that leave perspectives from the Global South? Indian viewpoints on climate, geopolitics, or economics could get completely sidelined. Diversity of sources is non-negotiable.
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Vikram M
Public funding for independent news is the most important recommendation. In the AI era, with so much synthetic content, supporting fact-based, local journalism is a matter of national interest. We need our own DD News and AIR to have strong digital presence, not just private players.
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Karthik V
Good points, but implementation will be a global challenge. What Britain or Europe decides, tech companies might follow worldwide. India should actively participate in these global conversations to ensure our unique media landscape and needs are represented. Jai Hind!

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