AI Demonstrates Higher Emotional Intelligence Than Humans

A new study from the University of Geneva and the University of Bern has shown that modern language models—including ChatGPT-4, Claude 3.5, and Gemini 1.5 Flash—outperform humans in emotional intelligence tests. The average score for AI was 82% correct answers, while the average for humans was just 56%. What’s more, ChatGPT-4 didn’t just pass the test; it generated an entirely new one from scratch. This AI-created test was subsequently validated with over 400 participants and proven to be as high in quality as assessments developed by human experts over many years. ...

23 May, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Yury Akinin

How Often Do AI Search Engines Get It Wrong? A Sobering Look at the Data

A recent study by the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University delivered a stark reality check on the current state of AI-driven search. The findings are a critical reminder that while generative AI is advancing at an incredible pace, its reliability in retrieving and citing factual information is still deeply flawed. The researchers tested eight leading AI search systems, including prominent models like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. The results demonstrate a significant gap between capability and accuracy. ...

22 March, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Yury Akinin