Barnes: When artificial intelligence becomes original, writers will have a problem.

English writer Julian Barnes warned on Tuesday in Oviedo, Spain, that authors will face significant challenges once artificial intelligence achieves true originality. Speaking in northern Spain, Barnes addressed the intersection of technology and literature, noting that current AI limitations still leave human writers secure for now.

Despite raising concerns about future technological capabilities, the author expressed skepticism regarding whether artificial intelligence will ever genuinely be able to produce original creative work. His remarks highlight ongoing discussions within the literary community concerning the potential disruption of creative industries by emerging technologies.