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EFF flags DraftKings' AI use for harmful online ads

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The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has raised concerns about DraftKings' use of AI to enhance online behavioral advertising. This practice is highlighted as an example of how practical AI-driven harms can manifest more significantly than theoretical concerns. AI

IMPACT Highlights how AI in advertising can lead to tangible negative consequences for users.

RANK_REASON Article discusses a specific company's use of AI for advertising, framed as a practical harm.

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EFF flags DraftKings' AI use for harmful online ads

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

    And another one: https://www. eff.org/deeplinks/2026/09/draf tkings-using-ai-supercharge-harms-online-behavioral-advertising Practical # AI harm beats its theor

    And another one: https://www. eff.org/deeplinks/2026/09/draf tkings-using-ai-supercharge-harms-online-behavioral-advertising Practical # AI harm beats its theoretical harm every single day.

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