How to stop AI from seeming conscious
The design challenge of demystifying AI that seems human is not new. In the 1960s, the psychologist Joseph Weizenbaum created ELIZA, an early program that mimicked a psychotherapist. Even though ELIZA relied only on simple pattern-matching, many users reported feeling understood. Weizenbaum himself was startled by the intensity of those reactions, and he spent much […]
IBM’s Francesca Rossi on AI Ethics: Insights for Engineers
As a computer scientist who has been immersed in AI ethics for about a decade, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the field has evolved. Today, a growing number of engineers find themselves developing AI solutions while navigating complex ethical considerations. Beyond technical expertise, responsible AI deployment requires a nuanced understanding of ethical implications. In my role […]
How To Write As If You Aim To Trick Others Into Believing That You Are Generative AI
Here is what you need to know about distinguishing generative AI content versus human-written … [+] content, and the fakery involved at times. getty In today’s column, I am going to mindfully tackle a controversial topic about generative AI that will somewhat extraordinarily turn the heated matter on its head. The result is nearly comical […]