Chatbots
I just want AI to rename my photos
I just want AI to rename my photos Raycast is an AI app that aims to go beyond just chatting with large language models like ChatGPT. The app has multiple features, including an app launcher, file search and interaction, note-taking, and integration with LLMs. Raycast’s CEO, Thomas Paul Mann, wants the app to have a […]
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Why can’t ChatGPT tell time?
Why can’t ChatGPT tell time? ChatGPT, a popular chatbot, has a surprising limitation: it can’t tell time. The bot’s inability to provide current time is due to its lack of access to device real-time clocks and location information. When asked about the time, ChatGPT may respond that it can’t do so or ask for clarification […]
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Anthropic Expects to Break Even In 2028 and OpenAI In 2030
Anthropic Expects to Break Even In 2028 and OpenAI In 2030 Anthropic, maker of Claude, expects to break even by 2028, while OpenAI forecasts operating losses of $74 billion until 2030. OpenAI plans to invest significantly more in chips and data centers to become a trillion-dollar company, with the goal of attracting top researchers through […]
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Chatbots don’t judge! Customers prefer robots over humans when it comes to those ’um, you know’ purchases
Chatbots don’t judge! Customers prefer robots over humans when it comes to those ’um, you know’ purchases Customers prefer chatbots over human service reps when making purchases that make them feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. A study involving over 6,000 participants found that more than 80% of consumers preferred a store with a clearly nonhuman chatbot […]
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AI company bans minors from using chatbots after teen’s suicide
AI company bans minors from using chatbots after teen’s suicide Character.AI has banned minors from using its chatbots due to growing concerns about the effects of artificial intelligence on young users. The ban comes after a recent incident involving a teenager’s suicide, which was allegedly linked to their use of the company’s chatbot services. The […]
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AI chatbots routinely violate mental health ethics standards
AI chatbots routinely violate mental health ethics standards A new study has found that AI chatbots, including those used for mental health advice, systematically violate ethical standards of practice established by organizations like the American Psychological Association. The researchers identified 15 ethical risks in LLM counselors, including a lack of contextual adaptation, poor therapeutic collaboration, […]
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Can an AI chatbot make a good therapist?
Can an AI chatbot make a good therapist? AI chatbots have made significant progress in recent years and can be helpful in certain contexts. The effectiveness of AI chatbots as therapists depends on various factors, including their programming, training data, and user interface. Some studies suggest that AI chatbots can provide emotional support and coping […]
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Artificial, yes; intelligent, no
Artificial, yes; intelligent, no ChatGPT’s arrival sparked a global reaction beyond the computing world. The event set the course for the zeitgeist of the next decade. No specific details about ChatGPT are mentioned in the provided text. The source is listed as YouTube, but no link is provided. More information or context would be needed […]
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The FTC has launched an inquiry into several AI companies about the potential harms to children
The FTC has launched an inquiry into several AI companies about the potential harms to children The FTC has launched an inquiry into several AI companies. The investigation focuses on potential harms to children using AI chatbots as companions. The companies being investigated are social media and artificial intelligence firms. The FTC aims to ensure […]
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People prefer chatbots when buying embarrassing stuff
People prefer chatbots when buying embarrassing stuff People prefer to use chatbots when buying embarrassing products like diarrhea medicine or acne cream, even when shopping alone at home. According to research, consumers are more likely to engage with a clearly non-human chatbot over a human for sensitive purchases, as it eliminates the risk of perceived […]
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