Microsoft Apologizes After AI Poll On Woman's Death Sparks Backlash
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Microsoft published an AI-generated poll next to a Guardian article about a woman's death, asking readers to speculate on the cause.
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Readers reacted angrily, saying it was inappropriate and potentially distressing for the woman's family.
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The Guardian accused Microsoft of damaging its reputation and the reputation of its journalists.
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The Guardian CEO wrote to Microsoft's president expressing concerns about inappropriate use of AI.
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Microsoft apologized, deactivated polls on news articles, and is investigating to prevent similar errors.
