One in three using AI for emotional support and conversation, UK says
One in three using AI for emotional support and conversation, UK says
The Artificial Intelligence Security Institute (AISI) says the tech is being used by one in 25 people daily.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article's central claim about AI usage for emotional support is partially supported by multiple sources, but there are discrepancies in the specific percentages cited. The article exhibits minimal bias, presenting the information in a relatively objective manner, although the implications of the data could be explored further.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: One in three using AI for emotional support and conversation, UK says
- Verification Source #1: States that 'more than one in three adults (37%)' are using AI chatbots for mental health support in the UK.
- Verification Source #2: Mentions that a third of UK citizens have used AI for emotional support.
- Assessment: Supported, although the exact percentage varies slightly between sources. The core claim is consistent.
- Claim: The Artificial Intelligence Security Institute (AISI) says the tech is being used by one in 25 people daily.
- Verification Source #2: The AI Security Institute (AISI) said nearly one in 10 people used systems like chatbots for emotional purposes on a weekly basis, and 4% daily (which is one in 25).
- Assessment: Supported. Source 2 confirms AISI's claim of 4% daily usage, which equates to one in 25.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 1: 'Artificial intelligence is already being widely consulted for mental health support in the UK, with more than one in three adults (37%)'
- Source 2: 'The AI Security Institute (AISI) said nearly one in 10 people used systems like chatbots for emotional purposes on a weekly basis, and 4% daily.'