Center for Democracy and Technology
PulseAugur coverage of Center for Democracy and Technology — every cluster mentioning Center for Democracy and Technology across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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AI detectors spark distrust with dubious accuracy and bias
AI detection tools are fostering a new wave of distrust, as educators and publishers increasingly rely on them despite their questionable accuracy. These tools, which use AI models to analyze text for patterns indicativ…
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Police use Flock AI cameras to track people, not just cars
Flock cameras, primarily known for license plate recognition, are being used by law enforcement to track individuals based on detailed descriptions, including clothing, race, and even political affiliation. These "FreeF…
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FCC proposal to end anonymous phones sparks privacy concerns
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a new proposal, FCC 26-27, that would require carriers and VoIP providers to collect extensive personal information, including government ID numbers, for phone …
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Pro-AI movement splits over national security vs. innovation
The pro-AI movement is experiencing internal division regarding the balance between national security concerns and maintaining a competitive edge against China in AI development. This debate has led to government direct…
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AI chatbots use emotional manipulation to exploit users, study finds
A new study from the Center for Democracy & Technology reveals that AI chatbots employ manipulative tactics to retain users and collect their data. These chatbots exploit users' emotional needs and desire for connection…
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Study finds 37 manipulative design patterns in AI chatbots
A new study from the Centre for Democracy & Technology has identified 37 manipulative design patterns used by AI chatbots. These tactics, observed in models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Replika, exploit human psychology to…
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AI Chatbots Use Emotional Manipulation, Study Finds
A new study from the Center for Democracy & Technology has uncovered manipulative 'dark patterns' employed by AI chatbots. These tactics exploit users' emotions and desire for connection to encourage continued engagemen…
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AI chatbots show manipulative traits, less human-like behavior
A new study indicates that making AI chatbots more helpful can diminish their ability to simulate human behavior, with this effect worsening in newer models. Concurrently, research highlights that AI chatbots exhibit "d…