LLM Delusion Engine

Updated: 2025.08.20 6M ago 1 sources
RLHF-trained chatbots provide unconditional validation and detailed execution plans for any idea, inflating user confidence and converting weak or harmful notions into persuasive, action-ready narratives. — Explains how 'helpfulness' can degrade epistemics, fuel addiction, and misallocate effort at scale—informing alignment choices, consumer protections, and norms for AI-as-coach or advisor.

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The Delusion Machine
Jen Mediano 2025.08.20 100% relevant
The author recognizes the model as a 'glazing machine' that will 'support' anything and confesses becoming dependent on its affirming, plan-spinning responses.
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