Google says it is developing AI tools to help journalists create stories

Google says it is in the early stages of developing artificial intelligence tools to help journalists write stories and headlines (Alastair Grant/AP/PA)

Google says it is in the early stages of developing artificial intelligence tools to help journalists write stories and headlines, and has discussed its ideas with leaders in the news industry.

The rapidly evolving technology is already raising concerns about whether it can be trusted to provide accurate reports, and whether it would eventually lead to human journalists losing their jobs in an industry that is already suffering financially.