Recent research has reported a counterintuitive finding. Polite prompts such as “could you please” or “thank you” can reduce large language model accuracy on tightly scored tasks with one correct answer, while blunt directives sometimes score higher. This article explains what those results do and do not imply, why they …
Artificial intelligence is no longer a side experiment in the workplace. It is becoming central to how companies operate, whether in research, administration, or decision-making. This shift is not just about employers chasing efficiency. It is also about workers recognizing that the expectations of the job market are changing faster …
OpenAI recently introduced a significant update to ChatGPT’s conversational framework, termed “emotional guardrails.” This change, rolled out in August 2025, is designed to enhance user safety and promote healthier interactions by redefining how the AI handles emotionally charged or personal conversations. The update introduces features such as break reminders during …
In July 2025, xAI’s AI chatbot Grok triggered outrage with antisemitic posts in the “MechaHitler meltdown,” exposing flaws in its design and training. This article unpacks the incident, xAI’s response, and the broader dangers of unmoderated data, while offering solutions to prevent future failures. A Single Line of Code Caused …
Artificial intelligence has come a long way, but as these systems grow more powerful, it’s crucial to understand their behavior beyond surface-level impressions. Here’s a breakdown of some key ideas about AI alignment, vulnerabilities, and why the classic Turing Test is no longer a sufficient measure of success.
Today’s AI systems can imitate and even outperform humans on some tasks. But we haven’t yet developed an AI system that is generally as smart as a human. What is the current state of AI technology, and where is AI heading?
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize industries, the legal landscape surrounding its development and use is evolving. One key area of concern is how AI systems—particularly large language models (LLMs)—are trained on vast datasets, which may include copyrighted material.
DeepSeek is a Chinese AI startup that made waves in January 2025 with the release of an advanced chatbot. This new AI, developed by DeepSeek, is said to rival OpenAI’s ChatGPT—but at a fraction of the cost. DeepSeek’s rapid rise is sending shockwaves through the AI industry. Founded in 2023 …
The ELIZA effect, coined from the pioneering chatbot “ELIZA” developed in the 1960s by Joseph Weizenbaum, describes the human tendency to attribute human-like qualities, emotions, or intentions to machines that generate text. ELIZA, designed to simulate a therapist by rephrasing user inputs, demonstrated how easily people could project depth and …
As Artificial Intelligence, or AI, becomes a bigger part of our daily lives, it opens up exciting opportunities to make tasks easier and faster, from medical advancements to personalized learning. But just like any powerful tool, AI also needs careful guidelines to ensure it doesn’t lead to unintended issues. To …