DOI: 10.3390/journalmedia6030105 ISSN: 2673-5172

Artificial Intelligence and Journalistic Ethics: A Comparative Analysis of AI-Generated Content and Traditional Journalism

Rimma Zhaxylykbayeva, Aizhan Burkitbayeva, Baurzhan Zhakhyp, Klara Kabylgazina, Gulmira Ashirbekova

This article presents a comparative study of content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) and articles authored by professional journalists, focusing on the perspective of a Kazakhstani audience. The analysis was conducted based on several key criteria, including the structure of the article, writing style, factual accuracy, citation of sources, and completeness of the information. The study spans a variety of topics, such as politics, economics, law, sports, education, and social issues. The results indicate that AI-generated articles tend to exhibit greater structural clarity and neutrality. On the other hand, articles written by journalists score higher in terms of factual accuracy, analytical depth, and the use of verified sources. Furthermore, the research explores the significance of journalistic ethics in ensuring transparency and information completeness in content production. Ultimately, the findings emphasize the importance of upholding rigorous journalistic standards when integrating AI into media practices.