Tag Archives: chatbots

Researchers created a chatbot to help teach a university law class – but the AI kept messing up

Researchers created a chatbot to help teach a university law class – but the AI kept messing up

“AI tutors” have been hyped as a way to revolutionise education. The idea is generative artificial intelligence tools (such as ChatGPT) could adapt to any teaching style set by a teacher. The AI could guide students step-by-step through problems and offer hints without giving away answers. It could then deliver precise, immediate feedback tailored to the […] … learn more→

Could AI replace politicians? A philosopher maps out three possible futures

Could AI replace politicians? A philosopher maps out three possible futures

From business and public administration to daily life, artificial intelligence is reshaping the world – and politics may be next. While the idea of AI politicians might make some people uneasy, survey results tell a different story. A poll conducted by my university in 2021, during the early surge of AI advancements, found broad public support for […] … learn more→

Snapchat’s ‘creepy’ AI blunder reminds us that chatbots aren’t people. But as the lines blur, the risks grow

Snapchat’s ‘creepy’ AI blunder reminds us that chatbots aren’t people. But as the lines blur, the risks grow

Artificial intelligence-powered (AI) chatbots are becoming increasingly human-like by design, to the point that some among us may struggle to distinguish between human and machine. This week, Snapchat’s My AI chatbot glitched and posted a story of what looked like a wall and ceiling, before it stopped responding to users. Naturally, the internet began to question whether […] … learn more→