Artificial intelligence

AI How AI chatbots keep you coming back for more

A new study argues chatbot design can deepen addictive use, especially through fantasy, intimacy, and instant answers.

Innovations New password tool creates secure, site-specific logins that you don’t have to remember Joshua Shavit

AI AI scan of medical records can spot ADHD risk in children years earlier Shy Cohen

AI Chatbots outperform doctors in diagnosing many diseases, study finds Shy Cohen

AI Generative AI increases risks of cyberattacks and data leaks Shy Cohen

AI New wearable uses light and AI to turn silent throat movements into audible speech Shy Cohen

AI AI identifies people with sharply elevated risk of skin cancer within 5 years Shy Cohen

AI Breakthrough AI system helps self-driving cars remember the road Shy Cohen

AI The hidden logic behind AI pricing and why it may be unfair Shy Cohen

AI Rising dependence on AI chatbots sparks concern among teens Shy Cohen

AI Talking robot guide dog uses AI to describe the world as it leads Shy Cohen

AI The debate over how AI should guide legal reform Shy Cohen

AI New AI blood test can help detect several brain diseases at once Shy Cohen

AI LA-based AI startup looks to help ease overloaded 911 systems Amyn Bhai

AI MIT researchers look to create a more ‘humble’ AI Shy Cohen

AI AI struggles with true creativity compared to humans, study finds Shy Cohen

AI The AI Scientist takes a big step toward end-to-end automation of scientific research Shy Cohen