40% of statistical data in AI responses revealed to be 'zombie statistics' without supporting research

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AI visualization platform Trakkr reported that after tracking 1,285 pieces of statistical information output by five AI assistants—ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude, and Google Search AI Overviews—most lacked research support.

The AI visualization platform Trakkr reported the results of an investigation into statistical information output by five AI assistants. The investigation tracked a total of 1,285 pieces of statistical information from ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude, and Google Search AI Overviews.

The report revealed that 40% of these statistical data points are 'zombie statistics' with no supporting research results. The investigation showed that most of the statistical information output lacked research support.

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