German Journalist Pays for Despicable Actions Against Michael Schumacher’s Privacy As the Guilty Magazine Issues Apology

Bear with us, but, even if it’s fiction, movies have taught us Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a dangerous tool. Sure, it might not be as dramatic as walking robots ending civilization, but AI is definitely a dangerous tool. Look at the capabilities of the AI at our disposal currently. Anyone can use widely accessible AI tools to generate fake audio and visual tapes of entities without their knowledge. There can be dire consequences. Consequences a German reporter is already facing after putting this theory to test on a small scale using F1 legend Michael Schumacher.

We are all aware German journalist Anne Hoffmann used AI tools to create a fake interview with Schumacher. The news broke and the fans instantly showcased their displeasure towards the faux interview. Now, because of this act, Hoffmann is already facing real-life consequences, as reported by DW.com.

The Funke media group, the publishing magazine of the German tabloid Die Aktuelle, announced the dismissal of Anne Hoffmann. The magazine’s managing director also issued an apology statement. “This tasteless and misleading article should never have appeared. It in no way corresponds to the standards of journalism that we — and our readers — expect from a publisher like Funke,” said Bianca Pohlmann (MD Funke magazine).

To make Hoffmann’s life worse, the seven-time champ’s family is also planning to take legal action against the journalist.

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We are not sure if the Schumacher family will pursue legal action, but one thing is for sure, Hoffmann made a career-ending choice. This is usually what happens when people try to invade the much-guarded privacy of Michael Schumacher.

Once a childhood friend of Michael Schumacher tried to invade his privacy for a big payout

Ever since Schumacher’s injury in 2013, the German has not made any public appearances. We often get updates about his well-being from his wife, Corinna. However, back in 2016, an unknown individual, understood to be Schumacher’s childhood friend, tried to make money by breaching his privacy.

The unnamed individual took a photo of Schumacher and tried to sell them to media outlets. The individual put a price tag of $1.09 million on the photo. However, this disgusting act of greed never came to fruition. The individual could not sell the photos and Schumacher peacefully rests with anonymity.

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We are not of sure the reason why the individual could not sell the photo. However, respect for Schumacher’s privacy could be one leading factor. This is exactly why toying with the emotions of millions in regard to the German legend is a risky task, ask Anna Hoffmann.