Grammarly, known for its writing assistance tools, has recently come under scrutiny for its ‘expert review’ feature that offers writing advice ‘inspired by’ subject matter experts, including deceased professors, as reported by The Verge. Users have found surprising ‘experts’ in the feedback, including individuals like bosses and tech journalists, without their permission.
The AI-generated suggestions, attributed to prominent figures like Stephen King and Neil deGrasse Tyson, aim to provide industry-relevant perspectives. However, the feature has included names of various tech journalists without consent, with inaccuracies in some descriptions.
This incident highlights the potential misuse of identities in AI-generated content and raises questions about user consent and data privacy. As technology advances, the ethical implications of AI-driven services like Grammarly’s ‘expert review’ feature become increasingly significant.
Source: The Verge