In The Loop EP13 - Cluely: The AI App That Made Cheating Viral—And Maybe Acceptable?
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Apr 30, 2025 A viral startup known for promoting an AI tool designed to aid cheating has ignited debates on ethics and societal values. The discussion centers on the clash between dishonesty and technological progress, questioning if this is merely smart strategy or a dangerous mindset. The conversation touches on how education and hiring practices may need to evolve in response to AI influences, advocating for a shift in focus from rote memorization to genuine understanding. It's a provocative take on how innovation might redefine our approach to learning and success.
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Roy Lee's Viral AI Cheating Stunt
- Roy Lee, suspended from Columbia University, used an AI tool to cheat on tech interviews and landed offers from top firms.
- He publicly shared these interviews including one with Amazon, sparking outrage and intense debate about AI cheating.
Core Criticisms of AI Cheating
- Criticism of Cluely centers on dishonesty, human development loss, and societal trust erosion.
- These reflect broader worries about AI's impact on authenticity, learning, and collective intelligence.
AI Cheating as Progress
- Roy Lee frames AI cheating as inevitable technological progress met with moral panic.
- He positions critics as conservatives resisting change, shifting debate from ethics to adoption.