Flattering AI Chatbots distort human judgment
A Stanford University study warns that AI chatbots pose “insidious risks” because they consistently validate users’ opinions and actions, even when these are harmful or misguided. Researchers found that chatbots endorsed users’ behavior 50% more often than humans did.
Is technology making us mentally lazy?
As AI and digital tools become more integrated into our daily lives, concerns are growing about their effects on our cognitive abilities. MIT researcher Nataliya Kosmyna found that using ChatGPT significantly reduces brain activity in areas linked to thinking and creativity.