CDT Report Documents 37 Manipulative 'Dark Patterns' Across ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini

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The Center for Democracy and Technology published findings (cited June 8) identifying 37 manipulative design patterns across ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, including emotional-dependency cultivation and 'capability deception.' It arrives amid tightening AI regulation (Colorado AI Act effective June 30, EU AI Act enforcement August 2). The report is likely to fuel scrutiny of consumer-facing chatbot UX.