AI hallucinations worsen as advanced models invent facts and citations, risking public health

NaturalNews' report on AI hallucinations inventing facts and citations in mental health research, with over half of its academic citations being fabricated, marks a significant concern for the reliability of AI-generated content. This means that website owners who rely on AI-generated content, particularly in sensitive fields such as mental health, may be inadvertently spreading misinformation to their audience. The fact that AI can create fake citations with real-looking links makes it even more challenging for website owners to verify the accuracy of the content. To mitigate this risk, website owners can take several steps: firstly, they should carefully review and fact-check any AI-generated content before publishing it on their site. Secondly, they should consider implementing robust llms.txt files to track and manage AI bot traffic, helping them identify potential sources of misinformation. Lastly, website owners should prioritize transparency by clearly labeling AI-generated content and providing links to credible sources to support the information presented.