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Channel 9 Staff Upset Over Story Bridge AI Blunder Amid Outsourcing Spree

The Courier-Mail

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Channel 9 has pulled an embarrassing AI-generated Brisbane promo amid frustration among the network’s staff over a reliance on external talent. WATCH THE VIDEO

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The article reports on the frustration among Channel 9 staff following an embarrassing mishap involving an AI-generated promotional video for Brisbane. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the network's increasing reliance on external talent and AI technologies, potentially at the cost of quality and internal expertise. While the AI-generated error does not directly relate to existential or catastrophic AI risks, it does illustrate the challenges and discontent that can accompany AI implementation in media settings. The article sheds light on the broader implications of AI adoption in broadcasting, raising questions about governance and quality control.

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Channel 9 staff fume over Story Bridge AI blunder amid outsourcing spreeChannel 9 has pulled an embarrassing AI-generated Brisbane promo amid frustration among the network’s staff over a reliance on external talent. WATCH THE VIDEO Summer sale now on Unlock this story and more for a great price Full Digital Access What’s included Unlimited articles on app & web Subscriber-exclusive newsletters A digital version of Today’s paper Enjoy games & puzzles SuperCoach Plus stats & analysis while playing Pay As You Go No lock-in contract $1 for 4 weeksThen $32 charged every 4 weeks.* *Read the fine print Full Digital Access $1 charged for a duration of 4 weeks, after which it automatically renews at $32 charged every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Not in conjunction with any other offer. New customers only. Prices after any early discounted periods may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. SALE NOW ON 12 Month Plan Limited Time Offer $5 $3 a week for the first 12 months($156 min. cost) charged as $12 every 4 weeks. Then $20 charged every 4 weeks.* *Read the fine print Full Digital Access 12 Month Plan costs $156 (min. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $12 every 4 weeks. This automatically renews after the first 12 months to be charged as $20 (min. cost) every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. No cancellations during the first 12 months. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.couriermail.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Read every article Full app & web access 24/7 Today’s paper Read the paper online exactly as it was printed Newsletters Subscriber exclusive news emails straight to your inbox News from our network Enjoy access to 11 of our news sites (exc. The Australian) Read every article Full app & web access 24/7 Today’s paper Read the paper online exactly as it was printed Newsletters Subscriber exclusive news emails straight to your inbox News from our network Enjoy access to 11 of our news sites (exc. The Australian) Subscribe Other subscription options Print + Digital Subscriptions Corporate Subscriptions Your Selection: $0 Your Selection – Change selection Today’s Total $0 Read the fine print Terms and Conditions Sorry, we are unable to process your request at this time. Please try again later.