Surge in AI-Powered Features and Community Engagement in Genealogy Major genealogy platforms have launched new AI-driven features, and genealogy societies are increasingly centering programming around AI’s impact. These developments expand the landscape of AI applications in genealogy, with new capabilities
Testing AI Photo Prompts
Testing AI Photo Restoration Prompts A Practical Comparison of Google Gemini and ChatGPT Old family photographs are often faded, scratched, and difficult to interpret — yet they contain some of our most valuable genealogical evidence. With today’s AI tools promising
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Illinois Genealogy Library Resources Illinois has outstanding resources for family history research, from local history rooms and city directories to major research centers with manuscripts, maps, newspapers, and specialized collections. Use the directory below to find a best-fit library or
Monthly Survey Results
Purpose of publishing these results After every meeting, many of you take a few minutes to complete our survey. We truly appreciate it. Now, we’re making those results available in one easy-to-review location. Visit the new Monthly Survey Results page
Inside the ChatGPT Black Box
At our last AI SIG meeting, there was a questions about what is a LLM and how do they work? Here is a great 26 minute podcast that explains what is really going on in there… Ever asked ChatGPT a
Expanded AI Tools, Citation Testing, and Upcoming Events in Genealogy
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FamilySearch Launches Advanced AI Tools and Features for 2026
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New AI Tools and Deepfake Risks Reshape Genealogy Research
Recent developments highlight the adoption of advanced language models for genealogical synthesis, the emergence of specialized AI tools for document analysis, and growing concerns over deepfake-driven misinformation in genealogy. Detailed Updates Language Models for Research Synthesis: Genealogy platforms are now
RootsTech 2026 Spotlights AI Standards, Platform Advances, and Community Ethics in Genealogy
RootsTech 2026 is foregrounding responsible AI integration in genealogy through new panels, platform enhancements, and community engagement. Sessions address best practices, ethical considerations, and the latest AI-powered tools for genealogical research and DNA analysis. Detailed Updates AI Standards and Responsible
Ancestry.com Introduces AI-Generated Audio Stories and Expanded AI Education Offerings
Ancestry.com has launched a beta feature that leverages generative AI to convert historical records into narrated audio stories, adding a new dimension to genealogical storytelling. Additional educational resources on AI in genealogy are now available through Family Tree Webinars. Detailed