New York Times Got Played by a Telehealth Scam and Called It the Future of AI (techdirt.com) AI

The article argues that a recent New York Times profile of Medvi, an “AI-powered” telehealth startup, relied on misleading framing—such as treating a projected revenue run-rate as a “$1.8 billion” valuation—while failing to report serious red flags. It claims Medvi’s marketing used deceptive tactics including AI-generated or deepfaked images and false credibility signals, and it notes regulatory scrutiny, including an FDA warning letter, plus lawsuits involving the company and partners. The author concludes the Times story elevated a narrative of AI-enabled entrepreneurship that doesn’t hold up under basic verification.