Alex Preston, an accomplished author and senior executive at Man Group, faced severe repercussions after using an artificial intelligence tool to draft a book review for the New York Times. The AI tool lifted phrases and descriptions from a review written by Christobel Kent in the Guardian, leading to a significant overlap in language. The Times published Preston's review on January 6, 2026, but the plagiarism went unnoticed until a reader pointed it out in March 2026. Following an internal investigation, the Times severed ties with Preston, citing a violation of journalistic standards. Preston acknowledged his mistake, expressing regret for not recognizing the overlap in language. This incident raises broader concerns about the ethical implications of AI in journalism, as many publishers are increasingly incorporating AI tools into their workflows. The reliance on AI can undermine the originality and integrity of journalism, as it may lead to unintentional plagiarism and a loss of authentic human insight in the writing process.