
Review
Mar 29, 2026Ars Technica
Polygraphs: Flawed & Outdated Tech in the Quest for Truth
Polygraphs are an outdated and scientifically unreliable technology for lie detection. Despite ongoing use in law enforcement and security, they are prone to false positives, can be coercive, and are vulnerable to countermeasures. While machine learning offers minor improvements to interpretation, fundamental flaws remain, making their continued reliance problematic.
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