Most methods for detecting lies actually detect signs of stress – which makes them extremely unreliable.
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The UK government is introducing polygraph tests for convicted terrorists on probation.
It would be great to know for sure when someone is lying and when someone is telling the truth. But no technology that purports to do so is foolproof.
Using mind reading technologies in court could become common practice.
As society becomes more and more dependent on machines to make important decisions, the use of technology for lie detection is becoming increasingly popular. But as much as we would like to rely on technology…
Councils are facing questions about their use of lie detectors in attempts to catch benefits cheats over the phone. The idea is to listen out for subtle changes in the voice that might indicate that someone…
Practice helps people lie effectively, particularly when they know what is expected of them and want to avoid detection…
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