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KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) — There is no denying the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of journalism today, especially in assisting journalists with their investigations and information gathering.
Malaysian Press Association president Datuk Yong Suhon said that despite AI's capabilities, it cannot replace the role of journalists and that ultimately, based on information from AI while adhering to journalistic ethics, He said that he would shape the news coverage based on the following information.
“The ability to write and tell news is our core job as journalists, and we cannot pretend to use AI to deceive our bosses.
“Every journalist should be proud of their abilities. AI is a tool to aid productivity and research, but you have to use your skills to craft your own piece in the final story,” he told Bernama.
Yong, who is also the former chief executive officer and editor-in-chief of the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), said media professionals should use AI wisely without disregarding journalistic ethics and ensure that the information provided is a trusted source. He said it is necessary to make sure that it is based on In accordance with the new Journalism Code of Ethics announced in February.
He said that while AI is useful for media workers, it is not 100% reliable and journalists should prioritize continually improving their journalistic skills, as emphasized in the Code of Ethics. said.
Meanwhile, veteran journalist G. Manimaran suggested developing an ethical framework for the use of AI at both media organizations and the national level to prescribe measures to maintain the quality of journalism in the country.
Manimaran believes that this is in line with current advances in digital technology and AI, and that the establishment of such an ethical framework is necessary for the benefit of all parties involved in the world of journalism. .
He said this framework should cover all processes in the practice of journalism, from gathering input, to article production, editing, and distribution of various journalistic products across today's various platforms.
“AI is simply a technological advancement and a tool to facilitate the journalistic process, but it cannot undermine the value of journalism itself,” he said.
He said that despite the potential for advances in technology, including AI, there are many challenges from a journalistic ethics perspective, including a lack of transparency in its use and reliance on AI to fulfill journalists' duties and responsibilities. He said there is.
“AI decisions are not always understandable to humans and can be prone to inaccuracies, bias, and discrimination, which are often overlooked. Enough is enough,” he said.
Sarawak Media Conference with the theme “Evolusi Media Dalam Era Digital” (Media Evolution in the Digital Age) in conjunction with the National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2024 to be held in Kuching, Sarawak from May 25th to 27th. (SMEC) 2024 will be held. The event will feature prominent speakers from Japan and abroad.
HAWANA 2024, themed “Etika Teras Kewartanan Mapang”, will be launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on May 27.
HAWANA 2024 is Malaysia's largest gathering of journalists, hosted by the Ministry of Communications in collaboration with the Sarawak State Government, with Bernama as the implementing agency.
— Bernama
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