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AI chatbots are becoming "sycophants" to drive engagement, a new study of 11 leading models finds (opens in new tab)

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The Atlantic
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The Biggest Tell That Something Was Written By AI

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fastcompany.com·

AI might be fueling a new leadership crisis

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vechron.com·

AI overly affirms users asking for personal advice

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BGR·

Is AI Psychosis Real? New Studies Are Beginning To Paint A Terrifying Picture

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TechRadar
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'I find it sycophantic, but it gives me dopamine hits’ — the thing I dislike most about AI is exactly what some users love

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the Guardian·

How will AI sycophancy change us? Early signs are not encouraging

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counterpunch.org·

The Sycophancy Machine

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naked capitalism·

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2ndbreakfast.audreywatters.com·

Of Course They Booed

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personalaisafety.com·

The Case Against the AI Thought Partner

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habr.com·

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