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The MyPillow guy’s lawyers got fined for using false AI-generated citations.

The Verge

The Verge · 1m ago

The MyPillow guy’s lawyers got fined for using false AI-generated citations.

MyPillow founder Mike Lindell's lawyers were fined $3,000 each for using false, AI-generated citations in a defamation case brief. The attorneys included AI-created misquotes and nonexistent case citations, as reported by ArsTechnica. This incident highlights a growing trend of legal professionals being penalized for using AI-generated errors in their work.

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The High Court of England and Wales warns lawyers against misusing AI tools like ChatGPT for legal research, as they may produce inaccurate results. Judge Victoria Sharp emphasized the need to verify AI-generated information with authoritative sources. Recent cases highlight false AI-generated citations, underscoring the necessity for due diligence. Non-compliance can lead to severe sanctions, including costs, contempt proceedings, or police referral, thus upholding professional duties and court integrity.

Anthropic CEO claims AI models hallucinate less than humans | TechCrunch

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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei claims AI models hallucinate less frequently than humans, though often in unexpected ways. Speaking at Anthropic's developer event, he dismissed hallucinations as a barrier to achieving AGI, arguing that AI's evolution doesn't face insurmountable blocks. Despite some setbacks, like lawyers using AI-generated inaccurate court citations, Anthropic believes in AGI's potential. They are addressing issues around AI deception and hallucinations as models evolve toward human-level intelligence.

Why do lawyers keep using ChatGPT?

The Verge

The Verge · 2m ago

Why do lawyers keep using ChatGPT?

Attorneys increasingly use AI tools like ChatGPT for legal research, despite instances of AI-generated "hallucinations" leading to incorrect or non-existent citations in legal filings. Many lawyers, pressed for time, view AI as a valuable aid, but misunderstand its limitations, often comparing it to a "super search engine." While AI's integration into legal practices shows potential benefits, experts emphasize the importance of verifying AI-generated information to maintain the accuracy and reliability of legal documents.

Can we ever trust an AI lawyer?

The Verge

The Verge · 1m ago

Can we ever trust an AI lawyer?

Robin AI CEO Richard Robinson discusses the pitfalls of AI in law, such as hallucinations and incorrect citations, and highlights Robin AI's approach to using generative AI to assist lawyers by simplifying legal complexities and enhancing in-house capabilities. The company emphasizes AI's role in reducing legal dependency on external firms and ensuring AI output is verifiable by using valid data sources and providing sources for every legal answer. Robinson also stresses AI's evolving role in aiding the search for truth and fairness in legal contexts.

Viral Video of Mike Lindell Driving While 'Hammered' Is Completely Fake

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Viral Video of Mike Lindell Driving While 'Hammered' Is Completely Fake

A fake video showing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell driving while not paying attention to the road has gone viral. The video, originally from 2023 and edited by comedy writer Jesse McLaren, made it appear as if Lindell was driving. Despite the obvious manipulation, the video has been shared without context, leading some to believe it is real. With AI video generation tools advancing, the internet is expected to become even more confusing, with political actors like Lindell being inserted into realistic yet false scenarios.

OpenAI, Microsoft AI tools generate misleading election images: researchers

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

OpenAI, Microsoft AI tools generate misleading election images: researchers

Image creation tools powered by artificial intelligence, including those from OpenAI and Microsoft, have the potential to be used to produce misleading photos that could promote election or voting-related disinformation. Despite policies against creating misleading content, researchers found that these AI tools could generate images that depict election fraud or false claims. The Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) conducted tests using different AI tools and found that 41% of the tests resulted in the generation of misleading images. The report raises concerns about the ability of AI-generated images to exacerbate the spread of false claims and undermine the integrity of elections.

OpenAI admits that AI writing detectors don’t work

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

OpenAI admits that AI writing detectors don’t work

OpenAI has acknowledged that AI writing detectors, like those used in education, are unreliable and frequently produce false positives. The company's FAQ states that no tool has reliably distinguished between AI-generated and human-generated content. OpenAI also clarified that its ChatGPT model cannot determine if text is AI-generated and may produce random responses. Automated AI detection tools are cautioned against, and human judgment is considered more reliable for detecting AI-generated writing, especially when familiar with a student's typical style or noting tell-tale signs of AI-generated work.

Zero-click searches: Google’s AI tools are the culmination of its hubris

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 3m ago

Google's March 2024 core update marked a significant shift in search dynamics, primarily affecting small publishers and sites with AI-generated content. The update aimed to reduce spam and unhelpful content, impacting traffic for many legitimate sites. Google's AI Overviews and AI Mode have further complicated the landscape by keeping users within Google's ecosystem, often remixing content without prominent citations. This shift to a zero-click search model challenges traditional traffic generation for content creators.

Many AI researchers think fakes will become undetectable

Medial

Medial · 1y ago

Many AI researchers think fakes will become undetectable

The article discusses the challenge of detecting AI-generated media, such as fake images and videos, and the current limitations of detection software. Researchers are exploring methods like watermarking to distinguish between real and AI-generated content. However, the article highlights that detection software often produces false positives and false negatives. Despite efforts to watermark content, other researchers are finding ways to erase watermarks. The article concludes that detecting fakes remains a difficult task, and many AI researchers believe that fake media will eventually become undetectable.

Indian news agency sues OpenAI alleging copyright infringement

TechCrunch · 9m ago

Indian news agency sues OpenAI alleging copyright infringement

Asian News International (ANI) has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in the Delhi High Court, accusing the AI company of using its copyrighted news content without permission. ANI alleges that OpenAI used its content to train its AI models and generated false information attributed to the news agency. This is the first time an Indian media organization has taken legal action against OpenAI over copyright claims. OpenAI confirmed it has ensured that its ChatGPT model no longer accesses ANI's website. The court plans to appoint an independent expert to advise on the copyright implications of AI models using publicly available content.

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