Study Finds AI Chatbots Recommend Fake Retail Websites to Shoppers

Study Finds AI Chatbots Recommend Fake Retail Websites to Shoppers

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A new study by IP protection firm Podqi reveals that AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity may direct shoppers to fake or risky retail websites when asked shopping-related questions. This finding raises concerns about the reliability and safety of AI-driven product research and purchasing guidance.

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Originally published by theverge