A recent study from Bar-Ilan’s School of Communication examines global media’s AI anxiety with the emergence of ChatGPT.
When ChatGPT burst onto the scene in November 2022, it didn’t just make headlines – it rewrote them. This groundbreaking AI chatbot, capable of engaging in human-like conversation on almost any topic, captured the world’s imagination and sparked intense debate. But what does ChatGPT really mean for our future?
A recent study by Aya Yadlin of Bar-Ilan’s School of Communication and Avi Marciano from Ben-Gurion University dives deep into global news coverage to uncover the hopes, fears, and hidden narratives surrounding this technological advancement.
The researchers discovered that news outlets worldwide painted a complex picture of ChatGPT, one that oscillated between wonder and worry. On one hand, the technology promised advances in healthcare, education, and everyday problem-solving. On the other, it raised alarm bells about job losses, academic cheating, and the spread of misinformation.
But when it came to politics, the tone shifted dramatically. Here, journalists weren’t just cautious – they were apocalyptic.
