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Ads on apps and sites are picked by AI that watches what you tap on.
You watch a video about pet hamsters. Five minutes later, an ad for a hamster cage shows up on a different app. Did the apps read your mind? No — they shared notes.
AI in ad systems watches what you tap on, search for, and watch. Then it picks ads it thinks you might click. The more you click, the more it learns.
The big idea: ads feel like they know you because AI is watching what you do. You can still decide what's worth your attention.
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What is the main idea of "Why Ads Seem to Know What You Want"?
Which concept is most central to "Why Ads Seem to Know What You Want"?
Which use of AI fits this topic best?
What should a careful learner remember about "Quick way to think about it"?
You want to use AI after this lesson. What is the safest next step?
How should AI output about ad targeting be treated?
Name one way to verify an AI answer about ad targeting.
Which action would help you apply "Why Ads Seem to Know What You Want" responsibly?