Microsoft Partners with Semafor and Others to Advance AI in Journalism

The tech giant's collaborations aim to integrate generative AI into newsrooms, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.

Microsoft announces partnerships with Semafor, CUNY, the Online News Association, and others to incorporate generative AI into journalism.
The collaborations include a variety of initiatives, such as the AI Journalism Lab at CUNY and the AI in Local News initiative by the GroundTruth Project.
Semafor to launch 'Signals', a breaking news feed aided by AI, with substantial financial support from Microsoft.
The New York Times sues Microsoft and OpenAI for copyright infringement, highlighting concerns over AI's impact on journalism.
Microsoft's efforts underscore the potential of AI to transform newsrooms, aiming for responsible use and sustainability.