Persuasion is not a side effect of technology; it’s often the point. Every interface, every notification, every design decision carries with it an intent to influence behaviour. Sometimes persuasion serves someone else’s agenda, nudging us to buy, scroll, work harder or give up privacy. The same persuasive techniques can empower or exploit, depending on who controls the system, what goals they pursue and whether they have meaningful consent. https://theconversation.com/is-your-ai-chatbot-manipulating-you-subtly-reshaping-your-opinions-280800 #AI #LLM #Consent #FreeWill