Two hikers lost in the Hautes-Pyrénées after following a route generated by ChatGPT

Two young women were rescued after getting lost following an incorrect route.

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The route was generated by ChatGPT, highlighting the risks of AI in mountain hiking.

A ranger from the Cauterets national park found them exhausted on Tuesday.

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Cet incident illustre les dangers de l'utilisation non critique de l'IA pour des activités à risque comme la randonnée. Il interroge sur la responsabilité des outils numériques et la sensibilisation des utilisateurs.

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