Policy4 min read
Grammarly Uses Stephen King and Neil deGrasse Tyson's Names to Sell AI Writing Tips Without Their Permission
Grammarly's new 'Expert Review' feature attributes AI-generated writing advice to famous authors, scientists, and journalists — including Stephen King, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and the late Carl Sagan — without obtaining consent from any of them. The feature surfaced names of living editors and journalists in Google Docs-style inline comments, creating the impression of real endorsements. Following backlash from The Verge, Platformer, and Wired, Grammarly offered only an opt-out email rather than an apology, sparking broader debate about AI companies' casual use of real identities.
Marcus Webb4 min read