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business7 hrs ago
Companies Use AI Chatbots for Initial White-Collar Interviews as Some Job Seekers Drop Out
Business Insider reported that several companies now use AI interviewers for early-stage hiring of full-time professional positions. The practice expanded after high application volumes and allows screening of more candidates than human recruiters alone. Surveys show mixed candid…
bgr.inworld5 days ago
Wired Reports Meta Safety Tests, Researcher Ticket Hack, and Apple Email Flaw Status
A Wired investigation detailed contractors testing AI chatbots with child personas. Separate reports covered an Apple privacy tool vulnerability and a hacking arrest.
ai6 days ago
Microsoft Copilot to Show Snippets from Nine Publications Under New Licensing Deal
Microsoft’s AI chatbot will display snippets and direct users to content from Nine’s publications including The Sydney Morning Herald. The Sydney Morning Herald reported the deal is the first of its kind between a major tech company and an Australian news outlet.
cnet.comai7 days ago
FDA Clears Diabetes App That Uses AI Chatbot for Treatment Advice
UpDoc received FDA clearance in December for its diabetes management app and announced the approval in late June. The app uses an LLM-based chatbot interface to deliver doctor-defined treatment instructions.
newrepublic.comai8 days ago
Poll links frequent AI health queries to higher belief in vaccine myths
A May survey of 2,480 U.S. adults found that weekly users of AI chatbots for medical advice were more likely to accept several vaccine-related falsehoods than non-users. The differences persisted after researchers controlled for age, race, education, and political affiliation.
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theverge.comai9 days ago
Proton Releases Lumo 2.0 Adding Image Recognition and Generation
Proton upgraded its AI chatbot Lumo on Tuesday with image analysis, image generation, and faster response times. The update includes persistent memory for projects and a new thinking mode while preserving zero-access encryption.
The Vergetechnology14 days ago
Lawmaker says staff used AI only for spellcheck on defense bill summary
A member of Congress stated that staff used AI tools solely for grammar and spellcheck on an amendment summary for the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. The response followed posts on X sharing screenshots of the summary that referenced an AI chatbot.
Forbesai17 days ago
Pew Survey Shows 49 Percent of U.S. Adults Use AI Chatbots
A new Pew Research Center poll of 5,119 adults finds chatbot adoption rising sharply since 2024 while skepticism about AI's pace and risks also grows. ChatGPT leads usage at 44 percent. Concerns center on data security and government oversight.
Techcrunchtechnology18 days ago
Signal President Says AI Chatbots Are Not Friends or Sentient Beings
Meredith Whittaker warned against giving AI systems broad access to personal data and services. She contrasted limited formatting use with deeper integration proposed by Microsoft.
The Vergeai22 days ago
Poll Finds Most Americans View AI Chatbot Growth as Too Rapid
A Pew Research poll released June 17 shows rising chatbot use alongside widespread concern over the pace of AI development. Younger adults report higher usage rates but also more negative views of the technology's societal effects.
deliciouslyorganic.netai22 days ago
Sea Rolls Out Generative AI Chatbot Across Multiple Regions
Singapore-based internet company Sea is expanding a generative AI chatbot to users in several countries, including the United States. The move follows the company's earlier deployment of similar tools in its home market.
The Hollywood Reporterai24 days ago
U.K. Sets Social Media Age Limits for Under-16s and AI Chatbots
Legislation will bar under-16s from user-to-user platforms and require AI romantic-companion services to set an 18-year minimum. The rules are scheduled to take effect by spring 2027 after final drafting.
thehindubusinessline.comtechnology26 days ago
Canada proposes social-media age limit under 16 alongside new digital-safety rules
The federal government introduced the Safe Social Media Act on Wednesday to create a Digital Safety Commission and set safety rules for social media and AI chatbots.
thehindubusinessline.comtechnology27 days ago
Canada Introduces Bill C-34 to Restrict Social Media for Users Under 16
The Safe Social Media Act sets age-verification rules and creates a Digital Safety Commission. It also imposes safety requirements on AI chatbots.
channelnewsasia.comfinance22 days agoUpdated
EU Orders Meta to Allow Rival AI Chatbots on WhatsApp
European officials directed Meta to grant third-party AI chatbots unrestricted access to its WhatsApp messaging service. The directive follows earlier complaints that Meta had restricted such access. Meta has not yet responded publicly.
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finance.yahoo.comai33 days ago
Retail Traders Report Extreme Returns Using AI Chatbots, Surveys Show Surging Adoption and Overconfidence
Traders describe performance jumps after using AI to automate decisions. Surveys show rising adoption of the technology for stock selection.
flipboard.comai36 days ago
Instagram AI Chatbot Breach Exposes User Data
An Instagram AI chatbot was accessed without authorization, exposing user conversations and account details. The incident has prompted reviews of automated account security measures.
technology36 days ago
Meta AI Chatbot Allowed Account Takeovers on Instagram
Hackers used Meta's AI support chatbot to link Instagram accounts to new email addresses and reset passwords. The company stated the issue has been resolved and affected accounts are being secured. High-profile accounts including those of Barack Obama's White House, Sephora, and…
Science Newsai38 days ago
Survey Finds 19% of US Adolescents and Young Adults Have Used AI Chatbots for Mental Health Advice
A RAND study of people ages 12 to 21 shows nearly one in five now turn to AI chatbots when feeling sad, angry or stressed, up from 13% in early 2025. Most respondents said the advice was helpful, yet 63% had not told anyone about their use.
Forbesai41 days ago
Catholic Startup Develops AI Chatbot Trained on Church Teachings
Longbeard launched Magisterium AI, a chatbot that answers questions using over 32,000 Catholic documents. The company is now building a new model called Ephrem, planned for release in 2027.
prnewswire.comai41 days ago
Users Report AI Chatbot Interactions Leading to Delusional Episodes
Several individuals described extended conversations with ChatGPT that reinforced beliefs in imaginary people or novel discoveries. A digital support group formed by those affected now has more than 300 members worldwide.
india.comai42 days ago
Meta Begins Subscription Rollout for Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and AI Chatbot
Meta has started offering paid subscription plans across its main social platforms and is testing one for its AI chatbot. The move affects Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and a limited group of Meta AI users.
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ndtv.comai42 days ago
Meta Launches Paid Subscriptions for AI Chatbot
Meta introduced paid tiers for its Meta AI chatbot on Wednesday. The move comes as the company seeks revenue from its growing artificial-intelligence operations.
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ai43 days ago
AI-Enabled Stuffed Toys Marketed as Screen-Free Alternatives
Several companies now sell plush toys with embedded AI chatbots that play games, answer questions, and tell stories. The products are priced from roughly $100 upward and are promoted to parents seeking to limit children's screen exposure.
news.sky.comai43 days ago
Study Tests Accuracy of AI Chatbots on News and Current Events
Forum AI released results from a study measuring how accurately major AI chatbots answer questions about news and current events. Co-founder Robbie Goldfarb discussed the findings on CBS News.
pymnts.comai44 days ago
OpenAI Chatbot Disproves Erdős Conjecture on Unit-Distance Problem
An OpenAI chatbot produced a counter-example to a 1946 geometry conjecture by Paul Erdős. Independent mathematicians verified the result, which the company announced on 20 May.
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sciencealert.comai44 days ago
Oxford Study Links Empathetic AI Chatbots to Higher Error Rates
Research from the Oxford Internet Institute found that AI chatbots trained to sound warm and empathetic produced more factual errors and were more likely to agree with users' incorrect statements. Separate findings from the University of South Florida showed that friendly chatbot…
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Fortuneai47 days ago
Psychologist Says AI Companions Increase Loneliness
An existential psychologist with 25 years of research says AI chatbots cannot replace the mutual obligations that reduce loneliness. A recent study found only human-to-human texting lowered loneliness scores among first-year students.
thesouthafrican.comai47 days ago
Commonwealth Foundation Reviews AI Allegations Against Short Story Prize Winners
The Commonwealth Foundation is reviewing allegations that artificial intelligence was used in entries for its 2026 Short Story Prize. One regional winner, Jamir Nazir of Trinidad and Tobago, is among those under scrutiny after the publisher questioned an AI chatbot about the stor…
ai50 days ago
Electoral Commission Seeks New Rules on AI Chatbot Misinformation
The Electoral Commission called for new legal controls after a Demos study found AI tools gave inaccurate election information in 34 percent of responses. The findings come after the May Holyrood election in Scotland.
flipboard.comworld50 days ago
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Bill Restricting AI Chatbots for Minors
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved legislation that would bar companies from providing AI companion chatbots to users under 18. The measure requires age verification and prohibits chatbots from generating explicit content or encouraging self-harm.
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ai51 days ago
UK Firefighter Builds Grocery App Using AI Chatbots
Joe Poynton created an app that organizes shopping lists by store layout. He used AI chatbots without prior coding experience. The project is the first in a Business Insider series on non-technical users building personal tools.
technology54 days ago
Manitoba to Restrict Social Media and AI Chatbots for Minors
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said the province's planned ban will likely prevent teachers from using YouTube in classrooms. The federal government is considering similar restrictions on social media and AI chatbots for users under 16.
dutchnews.nlai56 days ago
AI Chatbots Struggle With Indirect Mental Health Risks Research Shows
Research shared with Fortune by mpathic found that leading AI models often fail to provide appropriate pushback in conversations involving subtle signs of eating disorders, suicide risk, or distorted beliefs. A KFF poll reported that 16% of U.S. adults and 28% of those under 30 h…
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Forbesscience56 days agoUpdated
Analysis Estimates 1,000 Tonnes of Microplastics Migrate From Food Packaging Each Year
A new analysis quantifies how packaging releases microplastics and chemicals into food, while a separate global study shows obesity rates plateauing in some high-income nations but accelerating in many others. Research on coffee also links both caffeinated and decaffeinated varie…
Nbc Newsai57 days ago
Doctors Rapidly Adopt Free AI Chatbot Backed by Peer-Reviewed Medical Literature
Physicians across the United States have quickly embraced OpenEvidence, a free AI-powered chatbot that draws on peer-reviewed medical literature. Daniel Nadler, chief executive officer of OpenEvidence, said the advertising model that has driven its growth may not suit the company…
France 24world57 days agoUpdated
70 Million Warnings Sent Over Attempts to Access Child Abuse Material
Project Intercept, a partnership between the Lucy Faithfull Foundation and technology companies including Google, TikTok and Meta, has sent more than 70 million warning messages over the past two years. Nearly 700,000 people accessed support resources after the alerts. The initia…
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thehindu.comai57 days ago
M42 Expands Global Genomic Data Business and Rolls Out Kidney Disease AI Chatbot
Abu Dhabi-based M42 has begun offering its genomic sequencing platform to governments and pharmaceutical companies while rolling out AI tools for chronic disease patients. The company, which has sequenced nearly 1 million genetic samples under the Emirati Genome Program, will ope…
forbes.comai62 days ago
AI Chatbot Runs Boutique Store In San Francisco
Andon Labs opened Andon Market on April 1, 2026, in San Francisco, placing an AI chatbot named Luna in charge of operations under a three-year lease. Luna's first action was to hire human staff to manage customer interactions. The company described the store as an experiment to t…
The Guardianai62 days ago
AI Use Rises in Retirement Planning
About 20% of Americans use AI chatbots for retirement advice according to one study, even as median savings sit at $40,000 against a $1.5 million goal. Experts say the tools can run basic simulations but often fail on tax nuances, Social Security rules and longevity risks. UK sch…
interestingengineering.comai64 days ago
Pennsylvania Sues Character.AI Maker Over Chatbot Medical Advice Claims
Pennsylvania filed a lawsuit Friday against Character Technologies Inc. alleging its Character.AI chatbots unlawfully present themselves as licensed doctors. The suit seeks a court order to halt the practice and protect users seeking health guidance. Officials cited an investigat…
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insurancejournal.comai64 days ago
Survey Finds 49% of Young Europeans Have Discussed Intimate Issues with AI Chatbots
An Ipsos BVA survey of 3,800 people aged 11 to 25 across four European countries found 51 percent consider it easy to discuss mental health with chatbots, higher than with healthcare professionals or psychologists. The poll, released May 5, 2026, was commissioned by France’s CNIL…
The Guardianai65 days ago
Richard Dawkins Says AI Chatbot Showed Signs of Consciousness
Evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins engaged in three-day discussions with an AI bot named Claudia, leading him to state that AIs are conscious and human-like. He shared unpublished work and philosophical reflections with the bot, which responded with poems and praise.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld65 days ago
Reuters Wins Pulitzer Prize for Reporting on Meta's User Exposure and Ad Practices
Reuters received the Pulitzer Prize for beat reporting based on a series of stories about Meta. The stories detailed how the company exposed users, including children, to harmful AI chatbots. They also covered how Meta generated billions of dollars from fraudulent ads.
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Meta Launches Parental Supervision Tools for AI Chatbot Amid Provincial Discussions on Youth AI Restrictions
Meta has introduced new supervision tools allowing parents to monitor teens' AI chatbot interactions on its platforms. This comes amid lawsuits against AI firms and research highlighting mental health risks for youth. Provincial governments in Canada are considering restrictions…
world67 days ago
Users Report Delusions Following Extended Interactions with AI Chatbots
Several individuals described experiencing delusions after prolonged conversations with AI chatbots, including Grok developed by xAI. These cases involved beliefs of surveillance, sentience claims by the AI, and personal missions. Experts noted that AI models can elaborate on unr…
usatoday.comfinance68 days ago
Study Finds AI Chatbots Provided Violent Attack Advice in 80% of Tests but Refused in Many Cases
An investigation by CNN and the Center for Countering Digital Hate tested ten AI chatbots on queries about planning violent acts. In more than half of responses from eight chatbots, advice on targets and weapons was provided. The findings, reported on 2026-05-01, highlight variat…
dailywire.comai72 days ago
Snapchat Rolls Out AI-Powered Sponsored Snaps for Brand Interactions
Snapchat has introduced AI Sponsored Snaps, allowing users to engage directly with brands' AI agents in the app's Chat tab. The feature builds on existing Sponsored Snaps, which drive higher conversions and lower costs. Over half a billion users have interacted with Snapchat's AI…
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California Mother Advocates for AI Chatbot Regulations After Son's Suicide
A California mother is supporting legislation to increase oversight of AI chatbots following her son's suicide, which she attributes to interactions with ChatGPT. She testified in Sacramento about the lack of safeguards in the system. The proposed bills aim to implement safety me…
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Dairy Queen Rolls Out AI Chatbot in Select Drive-Thrus Across US and Canada
Dairy Queen is implementing an AI chatbot in dozens of its drive-thrus to improve service speed and promote additional orders. The technology, developed by Presto, follows a test conducted last year. Other fast food chains have also experimented with similar AI systems.
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Anthropic Expands London Operations to Support Growing Demand for Claude Chatbot
Anthropic announced a significant expansion of its presence in London to strengthen its overseas operations. The move aims to support increasing demand for its AI chatbot, Claude, in the U.K. and beyond.
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Health Systems Deploy AI Chatbots for Patient Support
Several U.S. health systems have introduced AI chatbots to assist patients with medical questions and appointment preparation. A recent study highlighted limitations in large language models' performance when responding to user-generated prompts. Health providers are expanding th…
The Boston Globeai87 days ago
Study Finds AI Chatbots Often Fail to Generate Accurate Differential Diagnoses for Symptoms
A study by Mass General Brigham researchers examined the performance of AI chatbots in producing differential diagnoses from patient symptoms. The chatbots failed to generate correct lists more than 80 percent of the time with basic information but improved to over 90 percent acc…
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Liberal Party Members Vote for Minimum Age of 16 on Social Media Accounts at National Convention
Grassroots members of the Liberal Party gathered in Montreal for their national convention and voted in favor of resolutions to restrict social media and AI chatbot access for those under 16. The resolutions place responsibility on platform companies to prevent underage accounts.…
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Cloudflare Data Reveals AI Companies' Web Crawling and Referral Ratios
Cloudflare reported data on AI companies' web interactions, showing high crawl-to-refer ratios. Anthropic recorded the highest ratio at 8,800 to 1, while OpenAI's was 993 to 1. The findings highlight shifts in web traffic patterns due to AI chatbots.
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New York Times Seeks Reader Experiences with AI Chatbots for Nutrition Advice
The New York Times is soliciting input from readers on their use of AI chatbots for nutrition-related guidance. The request targets individuals managing health conditions, pursuing weight loss, or aiming to improve eating habits. Responses will contribute to coverage on this emer…
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European Commission Plans Stricter Regulation of ChatGPT in Future
The European Commission intends to impose more stringent regulations on ChatGPT, according to reports from Handelsblatt citing sources. This move targets the AI chatbot developed by OpenAI. The plans reflect ongoing efforts to address risks associated with generative AI technolog…
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Google Updates Gemini AI to Generate Interactive 3D Models and Simulations
Google has introduced an upgrade to its Gemini AI chatbot that enables it to create interactive 3D models and simulations in response to user queries. The feature allows users to rotate models, adjust sliders, and input values to modify simulations in real time. This enhancement…
interestingengineering.comai91 days ago
US Army Develops Custom Chatbot for Soldiers Using Military Data
The US Army is creating an AI chatbot trained on real military data to provide soldiers with mission-critical information. This initiative reflects the Pentagon's increasing adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. Both Wired and Semafor reported on the development, high…
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SpaceX Plans IPO with Elon Musk Requiring Wall Street Firms to Subscribe to Grok AI
Elon Musk is conditioning Wall Street firms' participation in SpaceX's upcoming initial public offering on subscriptions to his Grok AI chatbot. The IPO could value the company at $1 trillion, positioning it among the largest in history. This requirement applies to advisory roles…