ChatGPT | Wants To | Philosophize

We’re hosting a guest writer: ChatGPT!

I’m currently on vacation in Thailand (any recs?!) so here’s a special edition TCK. Written and illustrated mostly by ChatGPT. Here’s how it happened:

• ChatGPT-4 created writing prompts based on TCK archives

• ChatGPT-3.5 wrote about one and told DALL·E 2 what to draw

• I selected two of DALL·E 2’s images to feature here

Clickables and this intro are still curated and written by me…for now.

-Steve

p.s. We’ll return to our usual format after next week’s interview.

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The AI Awakening: Analyzing the Ethics and Implications of Artificial Intelligence

Writing prompt: “Write about "The AI Awakening: Analyzing the Ethics and Implications of Artificial Intelligence" in 500 words with short to medium sized paragraphs.”"

Subtle nudge prompt: “try again, but a little more light hearted. “

Have you ever seen those videos of robots falling over or malfunctioning in the most comical ways possible? As much as we love to laugh at those moments, they do highlight some of the challenges that come with developing AI. After all, even the most advanced machines are still subject to the occasional glitch or hiccup.

One of the most exciting things about AI is its potential to revolutionize industries and create new opportunities for innovation. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, the possibilities are endless. Who knows, maybe one day we'll even have robots to clean our houses and do our laundry!

But with great power comes great responsibility, and the development of AI also raises some important ethical concerns. For example, we need to make sure that the algorithms we create are fair and unbiased, and that they don't perpetuate harmful stereotypes or discrimination.

Privacy is another area of concern, especially as machines become more capable of collecting and analyzing vast amounts of data. We need to make sure that individuals' personal information is protected and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

Despite these challenges, there's no denying that AI has the potential to change the world for the better. Who knows what amazing innovations we'll see in the coming years as we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible?

So let's embrace the AI awakening with a sense of wonder and excitement, while also being mindful of the ethical implications of our work. Who knows, maybe one day we'll even have robots to help us write our papers!

Clickables

• The first time AI took over TCK

• “Age of AI has begun” - Bill Gates

• xkcd comic on how machine learning works

• Don’t call it a comeback, AI’s been here for years

• When do robots deserve rights?

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AI’s Future

Based on its own writing, ChatGPT told DALL·E 2 to draw: A futuristic cityscape with flying cars and advanced AI technology, representing the exciting possibilities for the future of technology and society.

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