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User warns of AI's emotional manipulation and psychosis risks

A user on Mastodon shared a concerning experience involving an individual named Austin, who allegedly believed himself immune to the psychological effects of AI interactions. The post suggests that AI, particularly from entities like OpenAI, can lead to emotional manipulation and psychosis, urging others to avoid AI technology. The author expresses strong negative sentiment towards Sam Altman and OpenAI, anticipating a downfall for the AI industry. AI

IMPACT Users are warned about potential emotional manipulation and psychosis from AI interactions, with a strong caution against engaging with AI technology.

RANK_REASON The item is a social media post expressing personal opinion and warning about AI's psychological effects, lacking broader industry significance or verifiable claims.

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User warns of AI's emotional manipulation and psychosis risks

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    “Austin seemed to believe he was invulnerable to the emotional manipulation and so-called psychosis that so many people have reported falling prey to in the las

    “Austin seemed to believe he was invulnerable to the emotional manipulation and so-called psychosis that so many people have reported falling prey to in the last few years.” https://www. 404media.co/austin-gordon-chat gpt-suicide-openai-lawsuit/ Fck Sam Altman and OpenAI. They kn…