Daniel and Victoria are two new reporters covering news at the Arizona Supreme Court in Phoenix, and they earn no salary.
Both reporters are young, fresh-faced, and vibrant, designed as electronically imaged video “avatars.”
On March 11, the state’s highest court introduced the AI-generated duo to boost community engagement and keep the public informed about case decisions, opinions, and other news.
In a first for the court system, officials say this initiative aims to enhance the court’s efforts to help the public understand Arizona’s judicial system and the administration of justice.
“In today’s fast-paced digital world, people turn to short videos for news and updates,” said Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer in a statement announcing the new program….