Why it matters
Incorrect voting information could affect people seeking election guidance, while candidate recommendations may blur the line between information and persuasion. The reports do not quantify any effect on voting or election outcomes.
TECHNOLOGY • UNITED STATES
Reports warn AI chatbots can mislead voters on election information
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NPR reports that millions of Americans are using AI chatbots for election information, and that some answers give incorrect voting facts or recommend candidates. The supplied reports do not establish how many voters received misleading answers or whether those answers changed votes.
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