The Mercury
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- Date Published
- 8 Feb 2026
- Priority Score
- 2
- Australian
- Yes
- Created
- 9 Feb 2026, 03:00 pm
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Sky News contributor James Bolt criticises the use of artificial intelligence in university assessments, claiming it is like “living a lie”. “I am slightly optimistic from this report,” Mr Bolt told Sky News host James Macpherson. “If you use ChatGPT for your whole degree, you don’t do any study … you don’t retain any of the facts … can you imagine just the fear of walking into a workplace where everyone else assumes you’re qualified for a degree, and you are living a lie?”
Summary
The article highlights the debate over the integration of artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT, in university assessments, raising questions about academic integrity. James Bolt, a Sky News contributor, criticizes this practice, suggesting students who rely solely on AI may lack essential knowledge and skills upon entering the workforce, akin to 'living a lie.' This discourse touches on broader implications for AI governance and the integrity of educational systems but does not deeply delve into existential AI risks or major policy changes. The discussion hints at potential policy considerations for academic institutions globally but lacks specificity concerning AI safety frameworks.