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Ep72 "How do you put yourself in other people's shoes (and can AI do it)?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

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The Illusion of Understanding in AI

This chapter explores AIs' ability to recognize false beliefs through thought experiments and tests, emphasizing that their correct responses do not indicate true understanding. It delves into the complexities of empathy, visual reasoning, and the implications of considering AI as a sophisticated imitator rather than a creator of original thought.

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