CNET's owner, Red Ventures, wants to sell the tech site but is facing difficulties due to an AI scandal. In January 2023, CNET did not adequately disclose when articles were generated by AI, leading to an apology and corrections after the scandal broke. The use of AI technology has negatively impacted CNET's reputation, making the sale of the site challenging.

Sports Illustrated published articles and images generated by AI from fictitious authors, leading to the exposure of a scandal. After the magazine removed related articles, two executives were dismissed. The publisher's CEO, Ross Levinson, announced his resignation. Controversy arose during a company meeting when executives advised employees to 'stop doing stupid things.' The company faces public pressure and its reputation and image are inevitably damaged.

The publisher of Sports Illustrated has announced the termination of its employment relationship with CEO Ross Levinson. The company faced criticism for publishing profiles attributed to non-existent writers, labeled as AI-generated. Ross Levinson will leave the company immediately, resigning from his position as CEO.