The longest continuous generative-AI news livestream on YouTube was achieved by PERSONA AI (South Korea), lasting 182 consecutive days (4,368 hours) from January 22 to July 23, 2025, running without interruption and fully generated by its AI system without human involvement. During this period, a proprietary AI system autonomously collected news articles, generated video bulletins, synthesized voice, and created captions—delivering a fully automated 24/7 news broadcast.

Describing the experience as both ambitious and groundbreaking, the team noted,

“This record was not just about duration, but about proving that AI can independently create, manage, and deliver real-time information on a global stage. We wanted to illustrate the dawn of a new era in broadcasting.”

This accomplishment not only demonstrates the technical endurance of generative AI but also highlights its potential to transform the future of media and communications.

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To the team, the record attempt was about more than setting a milestone; it was a mission to validate the role of AI in reshaping the flow of news. After the attempt, they explained to the WRC, “Our goal was to show that AI can reliably operate as a newsroom of its own—gathering, producing, and delivering timely updates without human involvement.”

This achievement underscores the broader possibilities of AI-driven broadcasting—paving the way for innovations that expand access to information and reduce barriers in global communication. The project also stands as a symbol of how generative AI can be applied to real-world challenges in media and beyond.

For this record, comprehensive evidence was submitted to the WRC, including full livestream data, operational log files, system architecture documentation, and independent verification of broadcast continuity.

Persona AI hopes this achievement will inspire further exploration of AI’s potential in broadcasting and other industries. “It is an honor to hold this title, but beyond the record, our vision is to encourage responsible innovation in AI and demonstrate how these technologies can serve society at scale. This certification stands as a testament to what is possible when technology is pushed to its limits,” they shared.

Chosun Ilbo, “Seoul Sets New Marathon Record,” September 29, 2025,
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