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AI chatbots are becoming modern oracles for advice, mirroring ancient practices

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People are increasingly consulting AI chatbots like ChatGPT for advice on complex personal, ethical, and moral questions, mirroring ancient practices of seeking guidance from oracles. A study of ChatGPT conversations revealed that nearly half of user messages involved seeking information or advice for decision-making. The opacity of AI systems, similar to the enigmatic nature of ancient oracles, contributes to users perceiving them as authoritative sources of knowledge. AI

IMPACT AI's opacity is fostering a user perception of authority, potentially leading to increased reliance on chatbots for complex decision-making.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a societal trend and draws parallels to historical practices, offering an opinion on the nature of AI interaction rather than reporting a new release or event.

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AI chatbots are becoming modern oracles for advice, mirroring ancient practices

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