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OpenAI's super PAC is funding AI-generated news site attacking industry critics

The reporters at this news site are AI bots. OpenAIâs super PAC appears to be funding it. - Model Republic

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August 3, 2026

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Summary

An AI-generated news site features articles that criticize opponents of the AI industry. Links to Targeted Victory, a firm involved in OpenAI's political initiatives, have been identified in connection with the site.

Key Takeaways

Acutus is an AI-generated news site that has published 94 articles since its launch on December 29, 2025, with no human reporters or identifiable editorial staff.
An analysis revealed that 69% of Acutus's articles are fully AI-generated, while another 28% are partially AI-generated, with only three classified as human-authored.
The site is linked to OpenAI's political operations through Targeted Victory, which is associated with OpenAI's $125 million super PAC.
Acutus presents itself as a collaborative journalism platform but lacks transparency regarding its contributors and operations.

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