In the article, Theresa Loconsolo highlights the growing trust issue on the internet exacerbated by the proliferation of AI-generated text and images, which are increasingly appearing in job applications, product reviews, and insurance claims. This development has left both platforms and users struggling to discern what content is authentic. To address this challenge, several startups, including Pangram, have emerged as potential “trust layers” for the internet. Pangram recently secured $9 million in funding for its AI detection system and formed a partnership with Substack to help readers identify when authors use AI to compose their newsletters. Additionally, Pangram has introduced a new tool for detecting AI-generated images.
The article also mentions that Pangram’s co-founder and CEO, Max Spero, discussed the potential of AI detection tools and the distinction between AI-assisted and AI-generated content during an appearance on TechCrunch’s Equity podcast. The podcast, hosted by audio producer Theresa Loconsolo, is available on various platforms, and listeners can follow Equity on social media channels for updates. Source