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Trust, Verification, and the Role of Libraries in the Age of AI

At PLA 2026, a session on AI, algorithms, and misinformation explored how libraries can respond to an increasingly complex information landscape. Reflecting on practical examples and real-world patron interactions, one scholarship recipient examines the growing importance of information verification, media literacy, and the library’s role as a trusted source in the age of AI.