AI can learn to manipulate humans’ choices: Study

Researchers at CSIRO’s Data61 conducted experiments in which the machine learned from participants’ responses and identified and targeted vulnerabilities in people’s decision-making and steered them towards particular actions.

The first experiment involved participants clicking on red or blue coloured boxes to win a fake currency, while the AI learned their patterns and guided their choices.

The recent discovery highlights the power of AI and underscores the need for proper governance to prevent misuse.