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Drents Archive Warns Against AI Hallucinations in Genealogical Research
The Drents Archive warns researchers about using artificial intelligence for genealogy, citing frequent instances where AI generates convincing but non-existent documents or fabricated names. Ellen van der Velds of the archive notes that roughly 10% of inquiries now involve AI, often leading volunteers to waste hours investigating false leads, such as fictional birth records or historical cases. While acknowledging AI can assist with deciphering handwriting or organizing results, the archive emphasizes the need for critical verification of sources to avoid painful errors in family histories.
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