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A contributor was dropped by The New York Times after using AI in a book review. The case highlights how even limited AI use can raise concerns about originality and credibility, especially when similarities to other published work are detected. In journalism, trust remains the core currency, and how AI is used can quickly put that at risk. https://t.co/yr7H2Ju2TP
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