A New Era of Journalism: Embracing AI at City & State

In light of recent discussions regarding artificial intelligence safety within the New York City Council, City & State has been actively engaged with AI technology, producing award-winning content about its implications. State Senator Kristen Gonzalez highlights the necessity for enhanced AI regulation in Albany in this week’s edition.

The integration of AI is reshaping our methods of gathering and verifying news. Notably, City Council Member Susan Zhuang utilized AI to respond in our Meet the New City Council Members feature, which reflects the growing influence of this technology. Additionally, some officials have turned to AI for drafting op-eds submitted to our platform, prompting us to implement AI detection software called Pangram to evaluate written submissions. This has revealed that some responses from City Council members relating to affordable housing may contain AI-generated content, raising concerns about the reliance on AI for public engagement. City & State remains committed to ensuring that the communications from elected officials reflect their authentic experiences and insights, thus reinforcing our dedication to accurate and trustworthy news delivery.