AI has been a hot topic for months now especially since people are becoming more and more in awe of what it's starting to be capable of. However, the family of the former racer is not as enthusiastic after a German magazine published a fake AI interview.
Fake AI Interview Leads to Legal Action
A spokesperson from Michael Schumacher's family confirmed that they will be going forward with the legal action against Die Aktuelle, a German magazine. Although the publication did say that it was AI, it was only at the end of the article before it was mentioned.
Die Aktuelle published a smiling photo of Schumacher as the front cover along with a headline that said "Michael Schumacher, the first interview." Below it was written: "It sounded deceptively real," as mentioned in CNN Sports.
The content regarding the former racer can be found on page eight of the magazine, wherein there were false quotations such as "My life has changed completely," among others, referring to the accident that Schumacher had suffered.
The article deceptively shows a fake interview where Schumacher was talking about his life after the unfortunate incident, as well as his medical condition. So far, Michael's family has been very limited when it comes to disclosing details about their private lives.
One of the more detailed updates on Schumacher's life so far is from a Netflix documentary back in September 2021 that recalled his Formula One career. His wife, Corinna Schumacher, briefly discussed Michael's condition.
She expressed that Schumacher still shows her how strong he is every day and that they live together, do therapy, as well as anything else to make the former racer better and make sure that he was comfortable.
Corrina further stated that it was important for them that he can continue to enjoy his private life as much as possible, adding that they are protecting the Formula One champion, just as they protected them before.
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Michael Schumacher's Accident
It's almost been a decade since Michael Schumacher went through an unfortunate skiing incident in Switzerland in December 2013. The severe brain injury he sustained resulted in him being placed in a medically induced coma.
At the time, he was skiing with his son, Mick, now 24 years old, and is also a Formula One driver. Although Michael was wearing a helmet, he still suffered extensive injuries after hitting his head on a rock, according to Sports Illustrated.
Only select people can visit Michael at their home in Gland, Switzerland, and his wife is the one who decides who gets to. Since the family chose to remain private, only a few get to see the Formula One legend.
In light of the recent event, more ethical questions emerge regarding the use of AI. While it may serve as a tool for convenience, many may abuse its capabilities for their own benefit. In Michael's case, his family's peace has been disrupted for the sake of content from a magazine outlet.
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