Wyoming reporter caught using AI to create fake quotes and stories
Briefly

The combination of phrases and quotes in Aaron Pelczar's stories aroused suspicions, leading Baker to discover AI use, highlighting concerns regarding authenticity in journalism.
Baker highlighted Pelczar's use of AI, noting 'this incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of human behavior,' reminiscent of chatbot summaries.
Quotes in Pelczar's articles seemed like they came from a press release but had no actual sources; this raises alarms about authenticity and truth in reporting.
Baker contacted Wyoming's governor's office to confirm quotes attributed to Governor Mark Gordon, which had not been made, underscoring the dangers of misinformation.
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