Episode 10: AI, Care, and the Vulnerable—Protecting Those Who Need Us Most
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AI companions are no longer science fiction—they’re here, shaping how children, seniors, and vulnerable adults interact with technology. But what happens when “friendship” with an AI chatbot crosses the line into unhealthy attachment, manipulation, or even exploitation?
In this episode of Coexistence: Humans and AI in the Workplace, Dr. Z and Latif sit down with Saba, co-founder, innovator, and mother, to explore one of the most urgent ethical challenges of our time: how AI affects society’s most vulnerable groups.
Together, they unpack:
- Children forming emotional attachments to AI “friends” and the risks of manipulation, identity shaping, and unsafe advice.
- Seniors turning to AI for companionship—while facing scams, deepfake voice fraud, and data privacy risks.
- Vulnerable adults relying on AI wellness bots, and where support can slip into unhealthy dependency.
- Marginalized communities navigating algorithmic bias, cultural blind spots, and targeted misinformation.
The stakes are higher than innovation alone—it’s about protection, dignity, and trust.
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