{
  "id": 19171360,
  "title": "1 in 8 Brits have used AI to write their Christmas cards",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/1-in-8-brits-have-used-ai-to-write-their-christmas-cards",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-11-09T15:25:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/1-in-8-brits-have-used-ai-to-write-their-christmas-cards-but-are-we-losing-something-by-letting-chatgpt-do-the-talking"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A recent study reveals that one in eight Brits have turned to AI tools for assistance in crafting their Christmas card messages. Psychologist Eloise Skinner highlights the importance of writing heartfelt messages from one's own perspective, emphasizing that this approach is more rewarding and meaningful. While AI can spark ideas, it should not be relied upon to write the entire message. The tradition of sending handwritten Christmas cards is becoming less popular, with 66% of Brits admitting to writing fewer cards than in previous years. However, there is a growing trend of sending digital Christmas cards, with 46% of respondents preferring electronic greetings via social media, text, or email. This makes it easier to incorporate AI assistance in crafting messages. The study found that 80% of respondents believe a handwritten card feels more special than a digital message, and 61% find writing cards helps them get into the festive spirit. Psychologist Skinner recommends starting by listing genuine sentiments, identifying key ideas, and drafting the message before writing it in a card. She argues that taking time to craft a personal message is what makes the experience meaningful, unlike simply signing one's name under a prewritten message.",
  "summary": "A new survey shows that 1 in 8 of Brits use AI tools to help them write sentimental messages in their Christmas cards.",
  "key_points": [
    "One in eight Brits used AI for Christmas card messages",
    "Psychologist warns against over-reliance on AI for full messages",
    "Handwritten cards viewed as more special by 80% of respondents"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}