AI-generated text
Coverage of AI-generated text in the Nexus archive.
- Someone Is Mysteriously Snapping Up Used Books Around the World
AI companies are accused of destroying rare books by scanning and discarding them to train models, sparking public concern and criticism from figures like Michael Burry and Elon Musk. A 404 Media article linked ISBNdb to bulk book purchases, though no direct evidence connects the company to rare book acquisitions. Documents reveal at least one AI company destroyed millions of books in 2024 to avoid training on AI-generated text, which risks 'model collapse.'
- The Biggest Tell That Something Was Written By AI
An article discusses how AI-generated writing is increasingly difficult to detect, using examples like a crash victim's perfectly structured text and a mechanic's uniform tone. It highlights growing AI adoption in professional and personal contexts despite public distrust, noting its infiltration into journalism, academia, and literature.