3 Feb 2026

Do you know how AI is used by NZ media organisations?

From Afternoons, 1:17 pm on 3 February 2026

How much AI do you think is used by New Zealand media?

All the big newsrooms here have guidelines around the use of AI but as readers, watchers and listeners do you know what they are?

After interviewing journalists and news editors, researchers at the Auckland University of Technology, has found the use of AI tools is widespread. 

So should you be worried? Associate Professor of Journalism and Critical Media Studies, Dr Merja Myllylahti chats to Jesse

If you're interested in RNZ's AI Principles click here

Merja Myllylahti, Senior Lecturer in Screen, Audio and Journalism department at the AUT School of Communication Studies.

Merja Myllylahti, Senior Lecturer in Screen, Audio and Journalism department at the AUT School of Communication Studies. Photo: supplied