Commission calls for stricter regulation of AI assistants in France

The French Council on AI and Digital Technology urges immediate regulation of AI assistants to protect users, especially minors, from potential dependence and exploitation. The report highlights the risks associated with AI's hyper-personalization and proposes measures to ensure users are aware they are interacting with machines. It also emphasizes the need for better detection of sensitive topics like suicide and self-harm, recommending a report button for problematic interactions. While the report does not advocate for a ban on AI assistants, it stresses the importance of strict regulations to safeguard users' well-being.