German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger used AI to write speeches and guest articles
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Nico Ernst
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Summary
German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger has been using AI, specifically chatbots, to write or significantly draft some of his public statements, including guest articles for major media outlets like Handelsblatt and at least one speech delivered in the Bundestag. The Digital Ministry confirmed this to Die Zeit, stating the texts were "created with the support of AI." The revelation raises questions about transparency and authenticity in political communication.
Key quotes
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Some contributions by Karsten Wildberger originate from a chatbot. His office has confirmed this.
At least one of Wildberger's speeches in the Bundestag is said to have been significantly drafted with AI.
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