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Fukuoka prefecture apologises for AI-generated false tourism content
The Fukuoka prefecture in Japan apologised after a company used AI to generate content for its tourism website, resulting in listings for non-existent tourist attractions and local dishes. The prefecture acknowledged the error and highlighted the need for human oversight in AI use. No specific harm to individuals has been reported.
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- Fukuoka prefecture
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