Systems Saved Me® How to Scale Your Expertise with AI — Ethically
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Aug 27, 2025 Explore the ethical dimensions of AI in business with Erin Austin. She reveals shocking truths about AI hallucinations and how they can mislead users. Learn the fine line between plagiarism and originality in AI-generated content. Delve into the hidden biases that affect hiring and data decisions. Discover the implications of agentic AI and the risks of letting machines take control. Erin emphasizes the need for human expertise at the heart of any AI system, urging listeners to use technology ethically and responsibly.
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Why AI Hallucinates Confidently
- Generative AI predicts plausible text from patterns rather than verifying facts.
- This prediction-based nature makes confident-sounding hallucinations a constant risk.
First ChatGPT Use Led To Fabricated Law
- Erin Austin recounts her first ChatGPT use which returned a fabricated statute citation.
- That hallucination taught her to treat AI outputs as unverified drafts, not facts.
Verify First, Then Trust AI
- Verify every statistic and crosscheck every source AI provides before using it.
- Treat AI like a brainstorming junior who needs your expert review before publication.