AI put “synthetic quotes” in his book. But this author wants to keep using it.

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By AI Maestro May 22, 2026 1 min read
AI put “synthetic quotes” in his book. But this author wants to keep using it.
  • A British author, Steven Rosenbaum, has discovered that some quotes in his new book “The Future of Truth: How AI Reshapes Reality” may have been improperly attributed or synthetic, leading to potential inaccuracies.
  • The discovery came after a New York Times investigation found what Rosenbaum now acknowledges are “a handful of improperly attributed or synthetic quotes” linked to his use of AI tools during the book’s research. These include one quote from tech reporter Kara Swisher and another from Lisa Feldman Barrett, a Northeastern University professor.

The author is now working with editors on a full “citation audit” that will correct future editions. This incident highlights the challenges authors face when using AI tools like ChatGPT for research purposes, particularly in maintaining the integrity of their work and ensuring accurate attribution of quotes.


Originally published at arstechnica.com. Curated by AI Maestro.

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