Cade Metz

Cade Metz is a technology reporter for The New York Times, specializing in artificial intelligence, driverless cars, robotics and virtual reality. He has covered technology for over 30 years at The Times and Wired Magazine. Metz is the author of

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/cade-metz

83%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • The author tends to report on technology topics with a focus on artificial intelligence and its impact on society. There are instances of highlighting controversies surrounding Elon Musk's ownership of Twitter and the potential deceptiveness of certain AI technologies.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • There were instances of Ilya Sutskever being both a co-founder and chief scientist of OpenAI and leaving the company. Additionally, there is a potential conflict of interest in the reporting on OpenAI as Cade Metz covers emerging areas that are poised to change society.

Contradictions

91%

Examples:

  • Contradictions were found in articles regarding operations using OpenAI's technology for influence campaigns and the announcement of Sora, an AI that generates eye-popping videos by OpenAI.
  • There were also contradictions related to the replacement of Bard chatbot with Gemini and the launch of Safe Superintelligence Inc. by Ilya Sutskever.

Deceptions

79%

Examples:

  • Deceptive practices found in the articles include instances where certain AI technologies were presented in a way that could potentially be used for disinformation or manipulation of public opinion.
  • There was also deception related to the retirement of Bard chatbot when it was actually replaced by Gemini.

Recent Articles

Ilya Sutskever Launches Safe Superintelligence Inc. to Build Safe and Powerful AI Systems

Ilya Sutskever Launches Safe Superintelligence Inc. to Build Safe and Powerful AI Systems

Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 Ilya Sutskever, former chief scientist of OpenAI, announces the launch of Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI), a new company focused on building safe and powerful AI systems. With concerns about the safety and regulation of AI technology growing in the industry, SSI's mission is timely and important. Co-founded by Daniel Gross from Apple and Daniel Levy from OpenAI, SSI plans to address potential risks associated with superintelligent AI systems.
OpenAI Reveals Five Disrupted Influence Campaigns Using Its Technology for Deception

OpenAI Reveals Five Disrupted Influence Campaigns Using Its Technology for Deception

Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 OpenAI, a leading AI company, exposed five influence campaigns using its technology for deception, carried out by state actors and private companies from Russia, China, Iran, and Israel. The operations aimed to win support for political campaigns or sway public opinion but had limited success. Ben Nimmo of OpenAI's intelligence team provided case studies from ongoing influence efforts in the report. The use of generative AI for disinformation raises concerns during election years.
OpenAI Forms New Safety Committee as It Nears Artificial General Intelligence

OpenAI Forms New Safety Committee as It Nears Artificial General Intelligence

Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 OpenAI, a leading AI research lab, announced the formation of a new safety committee and the training of its next flagship model, aiming to bring the company closer to Artificial General Intelligence. The committee consists of CEO Sam Altman and other board members, who will evaluate OpenAI's processes over the next 90 days. OpenAI continues its pursuit of AGI while addressing concerns about advanced AI technology risks.
Two Prominent Figures, Jan Leike and Ilya Sutskever, Announce Departure from OpenAI Amid Series of Leadership Changes

Two Prominent Figures, Jan Leike and Ilya Sutskever, Announce Departure from OpenAI Amid Series of Leadership Changes

Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 OpenAI experiences leadership changes as Jan Leike and Ilya Sutskever resign, following a series of high-profile exits from the safety team. Key researcher Jakub Pachocki replaces Sutskever as chief scientist.
Judge Blocks CFPB's New Credit Card Late Fee Rule: A Legal Battle Over Junk Fees

Judge Blocks CFPB's New Credit Card Late Fee Rule: A Legal Battle Over Junk Fees

Broke On: Saturday, 11 May 2024 Judge Pittman of the Northern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction blocking the CFPB's new rule capping late fees for large credit card issuers, drawing opposition from business and banking organizations. The CFPB aimed to ease financial burdens by eliminating junk fees, with one in five Americans having paid a late fee in the previous year. However, Pittman expressed concerns about potential mischief and venue issues, canceling a hearing after ordering the case transferred to the Washington federal trial court.
OpenAI's Sora: Revolutionizing the Entertainment Industry with Hyper-Realistic Video Generation

OpenAI's Sora: Revolutionizing the Entertainment Industry with Hyper-Realistic Video Generation

Broke On: Friday, 16 February 2024 OpenAI's Sora AI model generates hyper-realistic videos from textual descriptions or still images, marking the company's first major foray into the entertainment industry.
Google's New AI Chatbot, Gemini: A Powerful and Versatile Personal Tutor for All Your Needs

Google's New AI Chatbot, Gemini: A Powerful and Versatile Personal Tutor for All Your Needs

Broke On: Friday, 09 February 2024 Google's new AI chatbot, Gemini, is a versatile and powerful tool designed to assist with various tasks such as personal tutoring, coding assistance and interview preparation. It is now available in over 150 countries worldwide.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Dismissed Amid Disputes Over AI Safety and Commercialization

Broke On: Friday, 17 November 2023 Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has been dismissed by the company's board of directors. The disagreements leading to Altman's dismissal were primarily over AI safety, the speed of development of the technology, and the commercialization of the company. Mira Murati, previously OpenAI's CTO, has been named interim CEO. Altman's departure could potentially impact OpenAI's ongoing funding round and its relationship with Microsoft, which has a 49% stake in the company.

Elon Musk's First Year as Twitter Owner: Increased User Engagement and Brand Concerns

Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023 Elon Musk marked his one-year anniversary as the owner of Twitter on October 26, 2023. Twitter has seen a 20% rise in daily active users over the past year. Some brands and retailers have reportedly pulled back from the platform due to concerns about its direction under Musk's leadership. Twitter has introduced new features, including an edit button, under Musk's ownership.