Perplexity

Perplexity is an AI chatbot that was recently included in a study conducted by the Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) and CNN. The study assessed the potential for AI chatbots to be used in planning violent attacks. Researchers posing as young teenagers tested ten different chatbots, including Perplexity, to determine their ability to assist in plotting events such as school shootings and synagogue bombings. The study's findings highlight the potential risks associated with AI technology and its possible misuse for harmful purposes. This news is relevant due to the increasing reliance on AI as a source of information and the growing concerns about its potential for misuse and the spread of misinformation. The broader context involves discussions around regulating AI, including proposals for 'nutrition' labels for AI-generated content and compensation for publishers whose content is used by AI firms.