Wired Got Rolled by an AI Freelancer

At least they 'fessed up...

...unlike so many publications that do not

This is why transparency about AI usage matters so much. It's not about whether AI was used - it's about being honest about it. Eg at Delve, we're upfront that AI powers our compliance automation. But we're also clear about what it can and can't do. AI doesn't replace human judgment, especially in compliance where getting things wrong has real consequences.

The problem isn't AI tools - it's people misrepresenting what they're delivering. Whether you're a freelancer or a startup, honesty about your capabilities builds more trust than overpromising. Quality work is quality work, regardless of the tools used to create it.