Overview
- MediaNama’s test found Grammarly attributing suggestions to several Indian tech policy figures, including MediaNama’s editor, without their involvement.
- The interface includes a small notice stating that references to experts are informational only and do not indicate affiliation or endorsement.
- Nieman Lab’s trials observed real journalists and academics labeled as sources of substantive editorial advice, with some roles listed under outdated job titles.
- Grammarly’s parent company says the agent uses an LLM to provide expert-inspired guidance and does not claim endorsement or direct participation.
- Critics, including Pranesh Prakash, flagged personality rights concerns and the risks of anthropomorphizing AI, with no announced removals or policy changes to date.