Episode 18: Rumors of Artificial General Intelligence Have Been Greatly Exaggerated, October 23 2023
Oct 31, 2023
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The hosts debunk the claim that artificial general intelligence is already here. They discuss the flaws of advanced AI language models and their association with AI. The concept of zero-shot learning and its relation to general intelligence is explored. The controversy surrounding AI sentience and the dangers of AI systems are discussed. The potential of AI therapy in mental health and the impact of synthetic media on plagiarism are also explored.
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Quick takeaways
Automated intelligence used by a health insurance provider to deny medical care claims raises concerns about prioritizing profit over patient care.
The use of generative AI to improve diagnosis for patients with rare diseases requires careful evaluation to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plans.
AI coaching and therapy need to address ethical concerns, lack of human expertise, and potential false positives or negatives before effectively supporting mental health therapy.
Deep dives
Health insurance providers sued for using AI to deny medical care claims
A US health insurance provider is being sued for using automated intelligence to deny medical care claims, effectively prioritizing profit over patient care. The provider's algorithmic review process relies on automated algorithms rather than human professionals, potentially leading to denials of necessary medical care.
AI for science raises concerns about accurate diagnosis
A partnership between Microsoft and the Madrid Health Service is piloting the use of generative AI to improve diagnosis for patients with rare diseases. Critics argue that the application of AI in such critical cases requires careful evaluation to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plans.
AI coaching and therapy face ethical concerns
Developments in AI coaching and therapy raise concerns about the potential for detrimental outcomes. Issues such as the lack of human expertise, potential false positives or negatives, and the need for careful ethical evaluation and regulation need to be addressed before AI can effectively support mental health therapy.
Use of AI in creative fields blurs ethical boundaries
Modeling agencies are reportedly using AI-generated models to meet diversity goals instead of hiring real models. This raises ethical concerns about creating synthetic individuals to artificially represent diversity, instead of addressing the systemic issues within the industry and ensuring equal opportunities for real models.
Challenges of redefining plagiarism in the age of AI
The emergence of AI-generated content challenges traditional definitions of plagiarism. The increased use of AI technology in creative fields requires ongoing adaptation and development of policies to address the ethical implications of AI-generated content.
Emily and Alex read through Google vice president Blaise Aguera y Arcas' recent proclamation that "artificial general intelligence is already here." Why this claim is a maze of hype and moving goalposts.