In a lonely world, widespread AI chatbots and ‘companions’ pose unique psychological risks

In a lonely world, widespread AI chatbots and ‘companions’ pose unique psychological risks

Sydney: Within two days of launching its AI companions last month, Elon Musk’s xAI chatbot app Grok became the most popular app in Japan. Companion chatbots are more powerful and seductive than ever. Users can have real-time voice or text conversations with the characters. Many have onscreen digital avatars complete with facial expressions, body language … Read more

Is getting faster medical test results with Elon Musk’s AI bot Grok safe? Doctors warn ‘buyer beware’ – ET HealthWorld

Is getting faster medical test results with Elon Musk’s AI bot Grok safe? Doctors warn ‘buyer beware’ – ET HealthWorld

New Delhi: Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok, has gained attention as users upload medical scans, such as MRIs and X-rays, for analysis. Musk, via his platform X (formerly Twitter), encouraged users to test Grok’s abilities, claiming the tool is in its early stages but showing promise. While some users report useful insights, others cite inaccurate … Read more