Summary:
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Funding Initiative
OpenAI and Microsoft are providing $10 million in grants to integrate more AI tools into newsrooms across the U.S. -
Targeted Publications
Grants will be awarded to Chicago Public Media, Minnesota Star Tribune, Newsday, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and The Seattle Times. -
AI Fellowship Program
Each publication will hire a two-year AI fellow to develop projects that enhance technology use and improve business sustainability. -
Collaborative Support
The Lenfest Institute of Journalism is partnering with OpenAI and Microsoft for this initiative, facilitating the distribution of the funds. -
Future Expansion
Three additional outlets are anticipated to receive fellowship grants in a second funding round, aiming to further bolster AI journalism efforts.
Read more at: Engadget | Lenfest Institute