Grammarly kills feature that unethically used experts alive and dead
Grammarly's parent company, Superhuman, has discontinued its Expert Review feature after backlash over using experts' work without consent. The feature, launched in August, used third-party LLMs to g...enerate writing suggestions styled after influential writers without their permission. Superhuman plans to adopt an opt-in model for future features.
Grammarly removes AI Expert Review feature mimicking writers after backlash
Grammarly has removed its AI Expert Review feature after backlash and a class-action lawsuit. The feature mimicked styles of well-known writers without consent, prompting legal action against its par...ent company, Superhuman. The lawsuit claims unauthorized use of identities for commercial gain. Superhuman's CEO apologized and announced the feature's redesign, though they plan to defend against the legal claims.
Grammarly disables AI author-impersonation tool after backlash
Grammarly has disabled its AI feature, Expert Review, following backlash and a lawsuit over its use of famous personas without consent. The tool, which mimicked writing styles of authors like Stephen... King, faced criticism for misrepresenting voices. CEO Shishir Mehrotra apologized, acknowledging the issue and the need for improvements. A class-action lawsuit challenges the use of identities for profit.
Superhuman Launches First-of-Its-Kind Agent-Specific Attribution With Grammarly Authorship Update
Superhuman, formerly Grammarly, has launched agent-specific attribution in its Grammarly Authorship tool, now available by default in its AI-native writing surface, docs. This update enhances transpa...rency in AI usage for students and educators, allowing them to track AI's role in writing processes. The tool distinguishes between human and AI contributions, supporting more nuanced AI policies in education.
Grammarly's 'Expert Review' Feature Exposed: The Shocking Absence of Human Experts
Grammarly's 'Expert Review' feature, marketed as providing human-like editorial feedback, is under scrutiny for its reliance on machine learning algorithms rather than human editors. This has raised ...concerns about transparency and the true level of expertise offered. The feature's automated nature contrasts with the nuanced, contextual feedback typically provided by human editors.
Grammarly launches new AI agents to assist students and professionals with writing tasks
Grammarly has introduced new AI agents designed to help students and professionals enhance their writing tasks. These agents aim to provide advanced writing assistance, leveraging AI technology to im...prove writing efficiency and quality.
Grammarly Launches Expert Review to Bring Expert Voices into Editing
Grammarly has launched a new feature called Expert Review, which aims to enhance writing by incorporating insights from renowned authors and journalists. This feature, part of Grammarly's AI suite, p...rovides editing suggestions in the main tool's sidebar. However, it has faced criticism for using names of public figures without their consent, raising concerns about transparency and ethical use of AI in content creation.
Superhuman Acquires GPTZero to Strengthen Trust and Transparency in AI Workflows
Superhuman has acquired AI detection startup GPTZero to enhance trust and transparency in AI workflows. This acquisition integrates GPTZero's content verification technology with Superhuman's product...ivity platform, aiming to improve authenticity and confidence in AI-generated content. The move reflects growing demand for reliable AI tools in various sectors, including education, recruiting, and publishing.
Superhuman Acquires GPTZero to Enhance AI Authenticity Tools
Superhuman has acquired GPTZero, an AI detection startup, to enhance its AI authenticity tools. GPTZero's cofounders and 30 employees will join Superhuman, integrating their technology into Superhuma...n's existing offerings, including its Grammarly AI detector. This acquisition aims to strengthen Superhuman's capabilities in detecting AI-generated content, particularly in education and professional fields.
Superhuman is acquiring GPTZero, an AI content detector.
Superhuman is acquiring GPTZero, an AI content detection platform. GPTZero will be integrated into Superhuman's Go AI assistant, enhancing its capabilities across numerous applications and websites. ...This acquisition aims to bolster Superhuman's authenticity tools, ensuring responsible AI usage in content creation and verification.
Superhuman to Acquire GPTZero, AI Authenticity Platform
Superhuman announced its acquisition of GPTZero, an AI authenticity platform. This acquisition will integrate GPTZero's AI detection and authenticity tools into Superhuman Go, enhancing content trans...parency for users. The move aims to address the growing need for authenticity in AI-generated content, providing tools for plagiarism checking, hallucination detection, and citation verification.
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Grammarlys AI Detector Agent Ranks #1 in Quality
Grammarly's AI Detector Agent has been ranked #1 in quality by RAID, a respected evaluation system for AI detection tools. This recognition highlights Grammarly's commitment to providing high-quality... AI detection to students and institutions, helping them ensure content originality. The AI Detector is part of Grammarly's broader suite of writing support tools, which also includes rewrite capabilities and fact-checking.
AI Upstart Superhuman Plants Flag In Westlake Tech Hub
Superhuman, an AI and productivity company, has leased space at Dexter Landing in Seattle's Westlake tech hub. This move expands their presence in the area, aligning with a trend of Bay Area firms es...tablishing satellite offices in Seattle to access AI talent. The lease supports Superhuman's existing local team and may lead to more hiring in engineering and product roles.
Grammarly Rebrands Company as Superhuman, Introduces Superhuman Suite ...
Grammarly has rebranded as Superhuman, uniting its products under a new AI-native productivity platform. The Superhuman suite includes Grammarly's writing assistance, Coda's workspace, Mail's inbox m...anagement, and the new AI assistant, Superhuman Go. This shift aims to enhance productivity by integrating AI into daily workflows, reducing inefficiencies, and providing context-aware assistance across applications.
Grammarly's AI Rebrand to Superhuman Sparks Identity Crisis
Grammarly has rebranded as Superhuman, shifting from a consumer-focused writing assistant to an AI-first enterprise productivity platform. This move follows its acquisition of the AI email platform S...uperhuman Mail. The rebrand aims to position Grammarly as a leader in AI tools but has sparked confusion among its user base and industry observers, questioning the effectiveness of such a drastic identity change.
Grammarly rebranded as Superhuman, integrating AI features like "Expert Review," which generated content inspired by famous experts. This feature, launched quietly in August 2025, faced criticism for... using expert names without affiliation. Despite the rebranding, Grammarly's writing aid remains part of Superhuman, focusing on AI-driven enhancements.
Shishir Mehrotra's Push to Remake Grammarly Shows the Risks of A.I. Leadership
Grammarly, now under the parent brand Superhuman, faced backlash after launching the A.I. "Expert Review" tool, which used well-known authors' names without consent. This led to a class action lawsui...t and the tool's suspension. CEO Shishir Mehrotra apologized and announced plans to rethink the approach. The controversy highlights the risks of aggressive A.I. adoption.
Grammarly rebrands to 'Superhuman, ' launches a new AI assistant - BusinessGhana
Grammarly has rebranded to "Superhuman" following its acquisition of the email client Superhuman. Despite the name change, the Grammarly product retains its original branding. The company has launche...d an AI assistant, Superhuman Go, integrated into the Grammarly extension, offering features like writing suggestions and app connectivity. This move positions Grammarly to compete with productivity suites like Notion and Google Workspace.
Grammarly Chases the AI Hype, Rebrands as "Superhuman"
Grammarly is rebranding as "Superhuman" to emphasize its evolution into an AI-native productivity platform. The rebranding includes a suite of products such as Grammarly's writing tool, Coda's worksp...ace, and the new Superhuman Go AI assistant. This move aims to enhance user productivity across applications and browsers, offering features like scheduling and information retrieval. The rebranding reflects Grammarly's response to growing competition in AI-powered tools.
