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ArXiv tightens grip on AI-created references with year-long bans
science-policy5 days ago

ArXiv tightens grip on AI-created references with year-long bans

ArXiv will bar authors from posting for one year if a submission contains AI-generated hallucinated citations or other clear signs of unverified AI use, and authors must have work accepted at a reputable peer-reviewed venue before reposting. The policy aims to curb AI 'slop' in preprints but has sparked debate about whether bans address root causes, with supporters praising accountability and critics arguing for broader fixes and cross-platform cooperation.

via Nature|
#ai-hallucinations#arxiv#paper-mills
AI misfires force correction in Sullivan & Cromwell filing for Prince Group case
business1 month ago

AI misfires force correction in Sullivan & Cromwell filing for Prince Group case

Sullivan & Cromwell disclosed that an April court filing in the Prince Group case contained AI-generated errors, including miscitations and misquotations, prompting an apology, admission that AI policies weren’t followed, and submission of a corrected filing; the matter involves US prosecutors’ actions against Chen Zhi and a near-$9 billion bitcoin seizure.

via The Guardian|
#ai#ai-hallucinations#business
AI Glitches Frighten Users More Than Job Losses, Global Claude Survey Finds
technology2 months ago

AI Glitches Frighten Users More Than Job Losses, Global Claude Survey Finds

Anthropic’s Claude user survey of over 80,000 people across 159 countries finds AI hallucinations (mistakes) are the top worry for 27% of respondents, more than concerns about job losses (22%), with 16% fearing reduced ability to think critically. The study shows Claude is used as a work tool, educational resource, and personal aide, with 32% reporting increased productivity. Regional differences emerge: optimism is higher in parts of Africa, South America, and Asia, while Western countries show more concern about the economy. Researchers plan further targeted studies via Claude Interviewer, though experts caution about potential biases and methodological limits in the findings.

via Financial Times|
#ai-hallucinations#anthropic#artificial-intelligence
AI Calendar Fumble: Google's Overview Confuses 2027
technology4 months ago

AI Calendar Fumble: Google's Overview Confuses 2027

Google’s Overview AI misstates what year is next year, insisting 2028 is next year even though the current year is 2026, a calendar error that has persisted for weeks. The mishap isn’t isolated to Google: OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude also stumble on the question, though Gemini 3 apparently nails it. The episode underscores ongoing reliability and hallucination issues across leading AI models, even as one system in Google’s suite performs well.

via Futurism|
#ai#ai-hallucinations#google
Google removes Gemma AI model amid misconduct allegations and political controversy
technology6 months ago

Google removes Gemma AI model amid misconduct allegations and political controversy

Google has removed its open Gemma AI model from AI Studio following a complaint from Senator Marsha Blackburn, who claimed the model generated false accusations against her. The move appears to be a response to concerns about AI hallucinations and potential misuse, with Google emphasizing ongoing efforts to reduce such errors while restricting non-developer access to prevent inflammatory outputs.

via Ars Technica|
#ai-hallucinations#ai-safety#gemma
technology7 months ago

OpenAI's Unfulfilled GPT-5 Math Breakthrough and Business Humor

An OpenAI researcher claimed GPT-5 solved multiple longstanding Erdös problems, but the claim was based on misinterpretations and miscommunications, highlighting issues with AI's actual capabilities versus hype, especially in mathematics and literature search. The incident underscores the importance of cautious claims and understanding AI limitations.

via Hacker News|
#ai-hallucinations#gpt-5#literature-search
GPT-5 Launch Sparks Excitement and Insights into AI Advancements
technology9 months ago

GPT-5 Launch Sparks Excitement and Insights into AI Advancements

The article discusses new insights and tips for prompt engineering with GPT-5, emphasizing that traditional prompting techniques remain effective despite GPT-5's new features like an auto-switcher, which can complicate model selection. It offers strategies to influence model routing, improve output quality, reduce hallucinations, and utilize personas, reaffirming that prompt engineering remains a vital skill in AI interactions.

via Forbes|
#ai-hallucinations#ai-prompting-tips#auto-switcher
Decoding AI Failures to Uncover Its Inner Workings
technology11 months ago

Decoding AI Failures to Uncover Its Inner Workings

The article discusses the concept of the 'Slopocene,' a period characterized by low-quality AI-generated content and failures, which can reveal insights into AI systems' inner workings. It advocates for deliberately 'breaking' AI models to understand their biases, decision processes, and limitations, thereby fostering critical AI literacy and a deeper understanding of these technologies.

via The Conversation|
#ai-failures#ai-hallucinations#ai-literacy
Google's AI Search Faces Backlash Over Bizarre Answers
technology2 years ago

Google's AI Search Faces Backlash Over Bizarre Answers

Google's new AI Overview feature generates written answers to user searches, raising questions about legal responsibility if the AI provides incorrect or harmful information. The legal protections under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which shield companies from liability for third-party content, may not clearly apply to AI-generated content. The reliability of AI Overview's answers varies, and the feature's impact on the creation and recognition of reliable information is also a concern.

via Vox.com|
#ai#ai-hallucinations#google