Debating GPT-4 Reduced Conspiracy Theories

A study by MIT and Cornell showed that debating with GPT-4 reduced believers' confidence in conspiracy theories by 20%. Participants engaged in text conversations with GPT-4, which presented tailored counter-evidence, significantly decreasing conspiratorial beliefs. The effect persisted over months and worked across various conspiracy theories, highlighting GPT-4's potential for positive impacts and the importance of responsible use due to its persuasive power.
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