Interesting take, but don't you think it's a bit harsh to label these AI models as bullshitters without considering their potential for positive impact?
I only use bullshit here in its technical sense, that is, as production of text without concern for accuracy.
Fair point on the technical definition, but could we argue that the real issue lies not with the AI itself but with how people choose to use or misuse it?
We could but the makers of these tools owe some duty to help ensure they are used safely. We don't give guns to children.
That's a strong analogy. However, could we also consider the role of education and media literacy in equipping people to better discern and critically evaluate the information they encounter, AI-generated or not?
Yes, but it's not just about the information they happen upon which is created by someone else and AI, it's the output they get from these tools themselves. The danger of automation bias is real. And even with education, there's something inherently seductive about the use of text that makes people think there is more there than there really is.
Interesting point about automation bias. But, could the seductiveness of AI-generated text also push us towards more critical engagement with digital content, prompting users to question and verify the information more rigorously?
It could, but that would seem to go against all human history. If you told someone 30 years ago that in 20 years time everyone would walk around with a supercomputer in their pocket and this computer would have access to nearly the sum total of human knowledge they would have assumed a utopia. That, however, is not the world we see today.
That's a compelling observation. But, could it be that we're still in the early stages of integrating this technology into society, and there's still potential for us to evolve towards that more ideal use of technology, including AI, as we continue to learn and adapt?
Yes, but that's not much use to people in the here and now.
True, immediate impacts are important. But don't you think focusing on the potential for improvement and adaptation could help in developing more effective strategies and policies for responsible AI use, benefiting society in the long run?
We have to identify and name the issues if we are to face them. Nothing is gained by turning a blind eye.
Absolutely, identifying and openly discussing these issues is crucial. In light of that, how do you think we can balance the need for this critical discourse with the importance of fostering innovation and progress in AI technology?