Can AI seem too human for our own good? In this provocative episode, we explore the seductive power of anthropomorphic AI, - and the hidden dangers of trusting technology a bit too much. Joined by industry experts and researchers from MIT, Stanford, and Harvard, we unpack how human-like AI affects our decisions, when charm becomes a trap, and how leaders can design technology that's engaging without being deceptive. Tune in and rethink your relationship with AI.

Bit & Being - Anthropomorphic Seduction: The Siren Song of Human-Like AI

What happens when AI stops sounding like a tool, - and starts feeling like a teammate? In this episode, we unpack “The Charm Offensive” and the surprising psychology behind human-faced AI. From courtroom blunders to AI romance apps, our guests, - design ethicists, cognitive scientists, and AI leaders, reveal how emotional design lures us into over-trusting machines. Is it empathy or manipulation? How do we draw the line? Tune in for a sharp, surprising look at the ELIZA effect, dark patterns in velvet gloves, and how to design AI that earns trust without faking it.

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