Literary institutions disqualify AI-generated works

Academies and publishers are increasingly disqualifying works written by artificial intelligence to preserve the reputation of literary awards. These decisions are based on a perceived lack of creative sensitivity, authenticity, and merit, which institutions view as a deception of juries and readers.

The rise of AI has sparked significant legal and ethical debates regarding intellectual property. Major media organizations, such as The New York Times, have filed lawsuits against OpenAI and other competitors, alleging that copyrighted books and journalistic works are being used to train large language models without authorization. This practice is described by critics as automated plagiarism that erodes journalistic quality and plurality.

In response to these challenges, organizations like the Authors Guild in the United States and various European initiatives have introduced certifications such as “organic literature” or “written by a human” to guarantee authenticity. Notable instances of disqualification include the withdrawal of nominations for the Goncourt Prize from authors Thélyson Orélien, Mia Ballard, and David Silva.