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technology2 years ago

The Legal Implications of AI Chatbot Wiretapping: Insights from Gap's Old Navy Case

Gap's Old Navy is facing a lawsuit alleging that its AI-powered chatbot participates in illegal wiretapping by logging, recording, and storing conversations without informing consumers. Similar charges have been filed against other companies, highlighting the need for regulations around AI and online privacy. Experts suggest that companies will likely add warning labels to inform customers about data recording and sharing. However, concerns remain about the lack of transparency regarding the data used to train AI models and the potential misuse of personal information. The US lags behind Europe and Canada in terms of AI regulations, with a patchwork system of state-level privacy laws. The emerging regulations offer varying levels of protection, but challenges arise in deleting personal information once it has been used to train AI models. Privacy warnings and repeated disclosure are seen as crucial in addressing the ethical issues surrounding AI chatbots and personal data.

via CNBC|
#ai-chatbots#consumer-data#lawsuits
technology2 years ago

Unveiling the Surprising Truths about AI Chatbot Users and Biases

Researchers analyzing 100,000 chatbot conversations found that approximately 10% of users engaged in erotic exchanges. The study, conducted by researchers from Carnegie Mellon, Stanford, UC Berkeley, San Diego, and the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, categorized the "unsafe" topics into three groups: explicit and erotic storytelling, explicit sexual fantasies and role-playing scenarios, and discussing toxic behavior across different identities. The researchers hope that their findings will contribute to making chatbots safer for all users.

via Futurism|
#chatbots#conversational-ai#online-interactions
technology2 years ago

"Choosing the Right Zoom Background: Boosting Trustworthiness and Competence"

A study conducted by researchers from Durham University in the UK found that the choice of Zoom background can impact how trustworthy and competent a person appears during video meetings. The study used 72 photos of adults with different backgrounds and asked participants to rate their trustworthiness and competence. Backgrounds with plants and bookcases were consistently rated as the most trustworthy and competent, while living room and novelty backgrounds received lower ratings. Smiling also increased perceived trustworthiness and competence. The researchers plan to conduct further research using actual video calls to explore the impact on hiring decisions.

via CNN|
#competence#first-impressions#online-interactions