Apple’s new artificial intelligence (AI) notification system has sent a false message claiming Luigi Mangione shot himself. The notification was part of the system’s attempt to group together multiple news stories, but it incorrectly stated that suspect Mangione had committed suicide.
The BBC reported the error to Apple, but the company declined to comment. However, a BBC spokesperson emphasized the importance of accuracy in their notifications and assured their audiences that other news stories were reported correctly.
This incident raises concerns about the reliability of AI-powered notification systems, particularly when it comes to summarizing complex news stories. The issue has been echoed by another news organization, with screenshots allegedly showing a New York Times grouped notification incorrectly stating that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was arrested.
The accuracy and reliability of these systems will be crucial in maintaining trust among consumers of online information.
Source: https://www.thedailybeast.com/apple-ai-sends-false-bbc-message-saying-mangione-shot-himself