Partnership with American Journalism Project to support local news
The American Journalism Project (AJP) and OpenAI have announced a new partnership to explore ways in which the development of artificial intelligence (AI) can support a thriving, innovative local news field. OpenAI is committing $5 million to the AJP to support the expansion of its work and up to $5 million in OpenAI API credits to help its grantee organizations assess and deploy emerging AI technologies within their organizations. The partnership will focus on three areas: AI for newsgathering: The AJP and OpenAI will work together to develop AI tools that can help local news organizations gather news more efficiently and effectively. This could include tools for fact-checking, identifying trends, and generating leads. AI for storytelling: The AJP and OpenAI will also work together to develop AI tools that can help local news organizations tell stories in new and engaging ways. This could include tools for creating interactive graphics, generating videos, and personalizing news pro