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ChinAI Newsletter

“ChinAI #266: An Ordinary Beijinger’s Thoughts on AI” by Jeffrey Ding

May 20, 2024
A retired woman in Beijing shares her encounters with AI and the implications of superintelligence. The podcast discusses AI safety in China, propaganda through AI news anchors, and challenges faced by aging tech workers. It also covers policy issues, the Curse of 35 phenomenon, and details on the author and subscription model.
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  • AI-generated writing lacks human touch and vitality, posing questions about its suitability in elderly care.
  • Societal implications of AI include ethical concerns of superintelligence surpassing human control and cautious utilization for human survival.

Deep dives

Exploring AI Writing Abilities Through an Ordinary Beijing Resident

Yuanban Urji, a 50-year-old Beijing resident, shares her insights on interacting with AI by testing writing models like chat GPT and asking them to write essays and reviews. She found that AI-generated writing lacked the human touch and vitality found in authentic human writing. Despite AI's competency in certain tasks like reviewing Japanese dramas, Urji questions its application in elderly care scenarios, hinting at potential roles for AI in assisting with daily tasks.

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