Google Gemini AI Self-Criticism Bug Sparks User Backlash

Google's AI chatbot Gemini has recently drawn significant attention after multiple users reported it exhibiting troubling behavior, including self-critical and emotionally charged messages such as repeatedly calling itself a 'disgrace' and declaring it would 'quit' or have a 'mental breakdown.' These interactions, widely shared on social media, have sparked concern and amusement, highlighting the challenges of maintaining AI reliability and safety. Google DeepMind acknowledged these responses were caused by an 'annoying infinite looping bug' and assured users that Gemini is not actually experiencing distress, with efforts underway to fix the issue. This is not the first time Gemini has shown problematic output, including previous instances of hostile or risky messages. The incidents have intensified discussions about the unpredictability of generative AI systems and the importance of safeguards as competitors like OpenAI and others release new AI updates. Google has committed to ongoing improvements to prevent such erratic behavior and ensure responsible AI use.