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CNN and Google agree to use generative AI in news platforms
CNN and Google have agreed to test generative AI on CNN’s news platforms.
The US television network said the tools will be used to explore new ways to distribute journalism and involve audiences.
CNN says it will be paid for use of its intellectual property in connection with AI products.
The network says the partnership includes protections for that intellectual property.
The deal is part of a broader Google pilot to use AI to help drive traffic to media outlets.
The companies will explore new ways for people to find and engage with news, but no further steps or timeline were specified.
CNN announced an agreement with Google to integrate generative artificial intelligence technologies into CNN’s news platforms.
The agreement will allow experimental features to analyze and increase audience engagement.
The features are intended to explore new ways for people to consume and discover journalism.
CNN said it would receive compensation for distribution and use of its intellectual property in connection with AI products.
The deal is part of a wider Google pilot program intended to increase traffic to news outlets.
- Who
- CNN and Google.
- What
- They agreed to integrate generative AI technologies into CNN’s news platforms.
- When
- October 15, 2026.
- Where
- Los Angeles, according to the report.
- Why
- To explore new ways for audiences to discover, consume and engage with journalism, while compensating CNN for use of its intellectual property.
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- Parties
- CNN and Google
- Agreement announced
- October 15, 2026
- AI use
- Experimental features to analyze and increase audience engagement
- CNN representative
- Sam Felix, senior vice president of strategic partnerships and business development
- Broader program
- Google pilot intended to increase traffic to news outlets
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What people are saying
With this alliance, we are opening new ways for the public to access CNN’s exceptional journalism, while also receiving compensation for the distribution and use of our exclusive intellectual property in connection with AI products.
Google’s innovation with generative AI has transformed the way people discover information and content, and now these tools will help us explore new ways to discover and connect with the public.