New AI Study Tests How Well Chatbots Can Persuade You
AI might be better at changing your mind than you think — here's what that means.
Deep Dive
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Key Points
- Researchers created PerSo, a test to measure how well AI can persuade people in realistic social situations.
- Some AI models are already good at changing minds, especially when they adapt to your responses.
- This could lead to more effective ads, political messages, or scams — so be cautious online.
Why It Matters
AI persuasion could soon influence your purchases, votes, and beliefs, making it harder to spot manipulation.