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Congress Scrutinizes AI Chatbots: Lawmakers Question Medical Experts on Safety & 'AI Psychosis'
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House lawmakers questioned medical professionals about the serious risks and benefits of AI chatbots used for health and therapeutic purposes. Fox on Tech breaks down the key concerns raised by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee, including instances of "AI psychosis" and the lack of proper response from chatbots to mental health crises, especially among teens. The core of the debate focuses on balancing innovation with crucial safeguards for user data privacy (outside of HIPAA) and preventing emotional dependency.
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Manage episode 523639030 series 2999749
House lawmakers questioned medical professionals about the serious risks and benefits of AI chatbots used for health and therapeutic purposes. Fox on Tech breaks down the key concerns raised by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee, including instances of "AI psychosis" and the lack of proper response from chatbots to mental health crises, especially among teens. The core of the debate focuses on balancing innovation with crucial safeguards for user data privacy (outside of HIPAA) and preventing emotional dependency.
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