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AIBullisharXiv – CS AI · 4h ago5

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SocialNav: Training Human-Inspired Foundation Model for Socially-Aware Embodied Navigation

Researchers developed SocialNav, a foundation model for socially-aware robot navigation that uses a hierarchical architecture to understand social norms and generate compliant movement paths. The model was trained on 7 million samples and achieved 38% better success rates and 46% improved social compliance compared to existing methods.

AINeutralarXiv – CS AI · 4h ago0

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From Moderation to Mediation: Can LLMs Serve as Mediators in Online Flame Wars?

Researchers explore using large language models (LLMs) as mediators rather than just moderators in online conflicts, developing a framework that combines judgment evaluation and empathetic intervention. Their study using Reddit data shows API-based models outperform open-source alternatives in de-escalating flame wars and fostering constructive dialogue.