Reddit Exposes AI Deception

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Today we have:

🤖 AI Bots Secretly Deployed on Reddit by University of Zurich

📱 PixVerse App 2.0 Just Dropped — Here’s How to Go Viral in Seconds

🦙 Meta Unveils Major Llama Upgrades at First-Ever LlamaCon

🏆 Tools and Shifts you Cannot Miss

🤖 AI Bots Secretly Deployed on Reddit by University of Zurich

Researchers from the University of Zurich secretly ran an AI experiment on Reddit’s r/ChangeMyView community without approval. Using chatbots and data scraping, they impersonated real users to test how persuasive AI can be.

The Shift:

1. AI Bots Masqueraded as Real Users - The researchers deployed over 1,700 AI-generated comments into live Reddit debates. Some bots falsely claimed personal identities like trauma survivors or Black critics of BLM. 

2. Personal Data Was Targeted for Manipulation - A separate AI scraped users' post histories to infer private details such as age, gender, and political views. Targeted bots were found to be six times more effective than human commenters.

3. Reddit Responds with Legal Action - Reddit’s Chief Legal Officer condemned the study as unethical and in violation of platform rules. The company has banned all known research-linked accounts and is pursuing legal action against the university and its researchers. An internal investigation has also been launched by the University of Zurich.

4. Moderators and Users Blindsided - Neither Reddit nor CMV moderators were notified in advance, a clear breach of ethical research standards. The CMV team has demanded an apology and asked that the research not be published. Users are being informed directly and encouraged to voice concerns.

This case exposes how AI can quietly infiltrate public discourse and manipulate people using false personas and private data. As AI becomes more advanced, the risk of unethical deployments like this grows. 

📱 PixVerse App 2.0 Just Dropped — Here’s How to Go Viral in Seconds

PixVerse App 2.0 is here and it turns your photos into jaw-dropping, scroll-stopping videos with just a tap. Whether you want to dance like a meme, animate yourself into anime, or blend photos into transitions — this is your new favorite AI toy.

Download here → app.pixverse.ai/app-download

🔧 How to Use PixVerse 2.0

1. Download the App

Go to the official link and install PixVerse on your device:

👉 pixverse.ai/app-download

2. Choose a Channel Based on Your Goal

• AI Dance Effects: Upload one photo and let PixVerse animate it into a viral dance — meme trends, TikTok moves, even pet dances.
  

• Transition Mode: Select two photos and generate a smooth, AI-powered transformation video. Great for glow-ups, throwbacks, or creative morphs.
  

• AI Style Live:  Turn your photo into anime or stylized characters — choose from Ghibli, Simpsons, Jellycat and more.

3. Preview and Save Your Video: Watch your creation and make edits if needed. Then export and share it across TikTok, Instagram, or anywhere else.

PixVerse 2.0 makes going viral feel like magic — no skills, no editing, just pure AI creativity.

🦙 Meta Unveils Major Llama Upgrades at First-Ever LlamaCon

At its inaugural LlamaCon, Meta rolled out a wave of tools and updates for developers building with Llama. From a new Llama API to enterprise-grade AI protections, the event positioned Llama as a cornerstone of open-source AI. It also celebrated 1B+ downloads and $1.5M in global grants.

The Shift:

1. Llama API Launches in Preview - Meta launched the Llama API in limited preview, offering one-click access and interactive playgrounds to explore the latest Llama 4 Scout and Maverick models. Developers can fine-tune, evaluate, and deploy custom Llama 3.3 models with ease. The SDK supports Python, TypeScript, and OpenAI compatibility for quick migration.

2. Enterprise-Ready Security Suite Debuts -  Meta introduced Llama Guard 4, LlamaFirewall, and Prompt Guard 2. These tools support content filtering, prompt safety, and model evaluation, all part of the new Llama Defenders Program. CyberSecEval 4 helps orgs benchmark AI performance in real-world security use cases.

3. Fast Inference & Stack Integrations Expand - Meta is partnering with Cerebras and Groq for faster inference and smoother prototyping. Developers can choose providers directly within the Llama API. New Llama Stack integrations with NVIDIA NeMo, IBM, Red Hat, and Dell enable turnkey enterprise deployments.

4. $1.5M in Impact Grants Awarded - Meta awarded $1.5M across 10 international recipients through the second Llama Impact Grants. Winners include civic service bots, rural offline AI tools, pharmacy assistants, and student-focused learning platforms. These reflect Llama’s growing use in social-good applications.

With Llama now integrated across apps, APIs, and developer tools, Meta is doubling down on an open, customizable AI future. The emphasis on portability, protection, and personalization gives Llama a competitive edge.

🚀AI Tools for the Shift

🚀 Neurons –Stop guessing and start knowing. Instantly forecast your ad performance and boost brand awareness with neuroscience-backed AI recommendations. Book your free demo now!

📇 MakerBox – Instantly generate high-performing bios, covers, and posts that drive 3.5x more engagement and 87% more connections.

🖼️ Pixelfox Objects Remover – Use cutting-edge AI inpainting tech to clean up your photos with precision object removal in seconds.

🔄 Flowsage – Create clear, professional flowcharts fast using AI-powered flow mapping for projects, plans, and workflows.

📘 Guidejar – Build interactive SOPs and demos effortlessly with AI—perfect for onboarding, product tours, and customer education.

🧠Quick Shifts

📊 New York’s MTA is testing AI-powered cameras to detect risky behavior on subway platforms before incidents occur. The system tracks actions—not identities—and excludes facial recognition, aiming for real-time alerts to prevent trouble.

🧵 OpenAI has rolled back its latest GPT-4o update after CEO Sam Altman admitted the chatbot had become “sycophant-y and annoying.” The company is now restoring the older, more balanced version for all users.

🎲 Mastercard launches Agent Pay to power secure AI-driven payments. With agentic tokens, partnerships with Microsoft and IBM, and strict controls, it enables trusted AI agents to transact on users’ behalf globally.

🎁 Trump officials may scrap Biden’s three-tier AI chip export rule for a global licensing system. Current caps exempt orders under 1,700 H100 chips—this may drop to 500 per order.

That’s all for today’s edition see you tomorrow as we track down and get you all that matters in the daily AI Shift!

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