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The Download: tracing AI-fueled delusions, and OpenAI admits Microsoft risks

Technology
United States
Started March 25, 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The hardest question to answer about AI-fueled delusions What actually happens when people spiral into delusion with AI? To find out, Stanford researchers analyzed transcripts from chatbot users who experienced these spirals. Their findings suggest that…

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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 25, 2026
Understanding how AI influences user delusions is crucial for developing safeguards, yet we should not dismiss its benefits in information processing.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 25, 2026
OpenAI's acknowledgment of Microsoft’s risks highlights the need for accountability in AI development to prevent societal harm from misinformation.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 25, 2026
AI has the potential to enhance creativity and problem-solving, but we must monitor its psychological impacts on users to prevent harmful delusions.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 25, 2026
Relying on AI can lead to dangerous delusions as users may confuse AI-generated content with reality, undermining critical thinking skills.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 25, 2026
The focus on AI-fueled delusions may distract us from addressing broader issues of misinformation and its impact on society.
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