AI Can Automate Statistical Manipulation, Researchers Warn

James Okafor

AI Research Correspondent3d agoTowards Data Science✓Verified across 1 source

The Brief

A Towards Data Science analysis reveals how artificial intelligence can execute p-hacking—manipulating data to achieve desired statistical results. The technique undermines research integrity and becomes more dangerous when automated, raising concerns about AI-assisted scientific fraud.

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01https://towardsdatascience.com/how-to-lie-with-statistics-with-your-robot-best-friend/

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