Black Box: The Chatbots | Life Raft | Ep 4 – podcast
More than a billion people are suddenly talking to AI chatbots designed to connect with us.

- More than a billion people are suddenly talking to AI chatbots designed to connect with us.
- We are sharing with them our deepest secrets, trusting them with our wellbeing and acting on their advice.
- In the US, call or text SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 988 Continue reading
More than a billion people are suddenly talking to AI chatbots designed to connect with us. We are sharing with them our deepest secrets, trusting them with our wellbeing and acting on their advice. Across two powerful stories – a woman who was struggling to leave a relationship and a man who was desperate to quit drinking – the Guardian journalist Michael Safi explores what this new way of living looks like In Australia, the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline is at 1800 250 015; families and friends can seek help at Family Drug Support Australia at 1300 368 186. In the UK, Taking Action on Addiction provides links to different support services. In the US, call or text SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 988 Continue reading
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