Researchers Warn of Cognitive Risks from Overreliance on AI Language Models

What happened

An international team of scientists published a study modeling large language models (LLMs) as a "cognitive virus," warning that excessive reliance on AI tools could lead to widespread cognitive dependency and reduced autonomy. The research highlights potential future risks but reports no actual harm, emphasizing the need for healthy AI use.

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