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EU AI Act Prohibited Practices: Screening Your Systems Against the Article 5 Bans

Why Some AI Uses Are Banned Outright in the EU

Quiz: Why Some AI Uses Are Banned Outright in the EU

Subliminal, Manipulative and Deceptive Techniques Under Article 5

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Quiz: Subliminal, Manipulative and Deceptive Techniques Under Article 5

EU AI Act Prohibited Practices: Screening Your Systems Against the Article 5 Bans
Subliminal, Manipulative and Deceptive Techniques Under Article 5
Quiz: Subliminal, Manipulative and Deceptive Techniques Under Article 5

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Question 1 of 5

1. Question

Under Article 5, what is the key requirement for a technique to be considered harmful manipulation?

Any technique that persuades people to do something
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A technique that causes a person to act against their interests by distorting judgment
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A technique that uses emotion or psychology in marketing
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Any algorithm that personalises content to users
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Question 2 of 5

2. Question

Which of the following is an example of a prohibited subliminal technique?

A recommender system that suggests relevant content
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An AI system timing notifications when it knows a person is in a vulnerable mental state
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An honest advertisement that appeals to emotions
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A search engine personalising results based on previous behaviour
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Question 3 of 5

3. Question

What is the difference between prohibited manipulation and permitted persuasion under Article 5?

Persuasion uses facts; manipulation uses emotions
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Permitted persuasion retains human agency and awareness; prohibited manipulation deliberately bypasses or distorts decision making
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Marketing is always permitted; AI recommendations are not
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Manipulation causes financial harm; persuasion does not
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Question 4 of 5

4. Question

Is there an exception to the prohibition on manipulative AI techniques?

Yes, for consumer protection
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Yes, for law enforcement investigating specific crimes
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Yes, for public health purposes
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No exceptions; the prohibition is absolute for all organisations
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Question 5 of 5

5. Question

Which scenario would violate Article 5’s prohibition on manipulative techniques?

A bank offering a higher interest rate to regular customers
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An AI system in a banking app using false urgency and known anxiety triggers to make someone transfer money quickly
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A retailer sending personalised product recommendations
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A government website using clear language to explain a policy
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