IN A NUTSHELL
Oliver Victor B. Amoroso, Senior Vice President and Head of Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy of GMA Network, stressed that “Maia and Marco are AI presenters, not journalists; they can’t replace our seasoned broadcasters and colleagues who are the heart of our organization” after the network introduced AI-generated sportscasters as part of their #NCAASeason99 coverage.
During the broadcast of the opening ceremony of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Season 99 men’s basketball tournament, which was held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena this afternoon, Sept. 24, GMA Network made history once more by introducing the nation’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) sportscasters, Maia and Marco.
The first AI sportscasters from the Philippines, Maia and Marco, are here to assist our courtside reporters by providing sports updates now that the #NCAASeason99 has begun.”, the GMA Integrated News on X (formerly known as Twitter) wrote.
But there were conflicting reactions to the two AI sportscasters’ debut.
“AI is not good… We are not lacking good sports journalists..restore some humanity.”
“Wala ka emo-emosyon. We want real people reporting. Wala na bang nag aapply? Jusko.”
“This is actually good! Can’t wait to see how this technology continues to elevate the sports viewing experience!”
“No emotions. Well, there goes my future job.”
“Love it!!!”
