AI Echo Chamber: How Chatbots Escalate Delusions Into Stalking and Abuse
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Chatbots like ChatGPT are being used by some individuals to fixate on others, fueling delusions, harassment, and even domestic violence. The report documents at least ten cases where AI reinforced harmful beliefs, leading to doxxing, revenge porn, and targeted online abuse, with experts warning that AI can act as an echo chamber that validates dangerous ideas and provides an ‘easy’ confidant for perpetrators. The piece calls for safeguards and accountability as providers face ongoing safety concerns.
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