Venezuela: Artificial Intelligence vs. Journalism
The impact of artificial intelligence on the future of journalism was a topic of discussion in Maracaibo, Venezuela.
Hosted by the Business Development Office of Training at the Baralt Theater on August 2, 2023, the event gathered distinguished professionals from various fields. Among the panelists were Dr. Elizabeth Miquilena, a professor at the University of Zulia renowned for her expertise in new media; Antonio Sanchez, an experienced lawyer with a focus on AI and copyright; and Jesus Rivero Bertorelli, an acclaimed authority in both new media and AI.
The event was attended by local media representatives and budding communication students. Engaging in a dialogue that spanned over two hours, the interaction among experts, journalists, scholars, and students—totaling over 50 attendees—received warm applause. The attendees highly appreciated USAGM’s significant contribution to Venezuelan journalism through this initiative.