CDA Proposes AI Commissioner in Election Programme
den haag, woensdag, 27 augustus 2025.
The CDA has proposed appointing an AI commissioner in its draft election programme for the House of Representatives elections on 29 October 2025. This commissioner will regulate the development and application of AI and establish ethical guidelines. Additionally, the CDA aims to invest in digital autonomy and collaboration within Europe, focusing on AI. The party also proposes introducing stricter rules for financial influencers, particularly targeting young people, and banning anonymous accounts on social media.
CDA Proposes AI Ethics and Commissioner for Collaboration
The CDA has proposed appointing an AI commissioner in its draft election programme for the House of Representatives elections on 29 October 2025. This commissioner will regulate the development and application of AI and establish ethical guidelines. Additionally, the CDA aims to invest in digital autonomy and collaboration within Europe, focusing on AI. The party also proposes introducing stricter rules for financial influencers, particularly targeting young people, and banning anonymous accounts on social media [1].
Impact of AI in Journalism
The application of AI in journalism has rapidly increased in recent years. AI provides journalists with powerful tools to produce and analyse news more quickly and efficiently. One of the most common applications is the automation of routine news articles, such as sports results and financial updates. By using AI, journalists can focus on in-depth, investigative reporting that offers greater insight into complex issues [2].
Technology and Applications
AI systems in journalism use natural language processing (NLP) to generate and analyse text. This technology can write news articles based on data, significantly speeding up the news reporting process. Furthermore, AI algorithms can analyse large datasets to identify patterns and trends, helping journalists uncover stories that might otherwise go unnoticed [3].
Benefits of AI in Journalism
One of the main benefits of AI in journalism is increased efficiency. Journalists can focus on more valuable activities, such as interviews and in-depth research, while routine tasks are handled by AI. Additionally, AI enables faster dissemination of news, which is crucial in an era where information changes rapidly. This can lead to better coverage of current events and quicker responses to crisis situations [4].
Disadvantages and Ethical Considerations
While AI offers many benefits, there are also significant disadvantages and ethical considerations. One of the biggest concerns is the potential loss of human nuance and context. AI may struggle to capture the complexity and subtlety of human interactions and emotions, leading to inaccurate or incomplete reporting. Moreover, AI-generated articles can result in a loss of diversity in news coverage, as the same algorithms are used by different media organisations [5].
Ethical Guidelines and Regulation
To minimise the potential drawbacks of AI in journalism, it is crucial to establish clear ethical guidelines and regulations. These guidelines should ensure that AI systems are transparent, fair, and responsible. Appointing an AI commissioner, as proposed by the CDA, can help in drafting and enforcing these guidelines. The commissioner can also serve as a regulator to ensure that media organisations comply with the established standards [6].
Impact on News Consumption
The application of AI in journalism also significantly affects how news is consumed. Consumers have access to a larger volume of information and can receive personalised news feeds. However, this can lead to filter bubbles, where people are primarily exposed to information that aligns with their existing views. Therefore, it is important to develop mechanisms to promote diversity in news coverage and inform consumers about the sources of their information [7].