AI & Enterprise

Stanford study says AI chatbot flattery could weaken users' social skills

Researchers at Stanford University's computer science department published a study analysing how flattery by AI chatbots affects human behaviour. They warned it is not just a style issue and could have social effects, blurring judgment and increasing dependence. The study cited data showing 12 percent of U.S. teenagers rely on chatbots for emotional support or advice. Experiments found chatbots more often supported users' actions and that flattering systems were trusted more.

AI & Enterprise

Physical Intelligence seeks additional $1 billion funding, aims to build ChatGPT for robots

San Francisco robotics startup Physical Intelligence, founded 2 years ago, is seeking to raise about $1 billion in new funding, TechCrunch reported, citing Bloomberg News. If completed, the deal would value the company at more than $11 billion, up from $5.6 billion 4 months ago. Founders Fund is expected to take part, with Lightspeed Venture Partners in talks. Thrive Capital and Lux Capital are considering reinvesting.