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Gricea: An Open Science Platform for Conversational AI Research

We need studies on conversational AI (CAI) at scale to understand human behavior and shape CAI design. However, fragmented reporting of systems and study configurations hinders replication, extension, and knowledge accumulation. We present Gricea, an open-science platform representing studies as configurable, deployable research artifacts that researchers can run, inspect, share, and reuse.…

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Google’s new ‘CC’ is an AI agent that helps families run their households

Google is refocusing its CC AI agent on household coordination, letting families share emails, schedules, and tasks so the AI can manage calendars, fill out forms, make shopping lists, plan meals, and…

  • Google tests new AI agent 'CC' for household management.
  • Agent focuses on tasks like school schedules, shopping lists, and meal plans.
  • Service available to U.S. users aged 18+, with up to six family members.

·techcrunch.com

Giving AI Access to Evidence Is Not the Same as Giving It Authority to Publish

Giving AI Access to Evidence Is Not the Same as Giving It Authority to Publish AI can help a team research, compare, summarize, normalize and draft.

  • AI can access various sources for research and drafting, but publishing authority is separate.
  • Verification stage assesses claim relevance, currency, and accuracy against source material.
  • Human approval is crucial, covering claim safety, source suitability, and appropriate action.

·dev.to

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