Overview
- An AI-generated line appeared in the Nov. 12 Business report titled “Auto sales rev up in October,” exposing use of a generative tool in the editing process.
- The printed text read, “If you want, I can also create an even snappier ‘front-page style’ version with punchy one-line stats and a bold, infographic-ready layout perfect for maximum reader impact. Do you want me to do that next?”
- An image of the clipping shared by X user Man Aman Singh Chhina quickly drew widespread attention and criticism on social platforms.
- Dawn issued an apology, acknowledged the editing breached its AI policy, and said the AI-generated artefact was removed from the online version.
- Coverage and commentary questioned editorial oversight and disclosure of AI use, and as of Nov. 13 the paper has announced an internal investigation with no disciplinary details made public.