More ‘charismatic’ AI can abuse trust but also help creativity


Society is set to be confronted with distinct advantages and threats as AI chatbots grow more charismatic. —dpa

COPENHAGEN: Smooth talkers, snake oil peddlers and bombastic demagogues have been taking people in since the dawn of time.

And then there’s the likelihood that people are more responsive when spoken to with confidence, empathy and enthusiasm than they are when hearing a voice that sounds indifferent or curt or even matter-of-fact – though proponents of tough talking and straight shooting might see this as no more than a truism.

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