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Feb 4, 2025 Bridget Todd, host of the IRL: Online Life is Real Life podcast and advocate for responsible AI, dives into the fascinating world of open-sourcing AI technology. She discusses the groundbreaking Stargate initiative and its potential in healthcare. The conversation unveils the ethical complexities surrounding large language models, emphasizing transparency and bias concerns. Todd also highlights the urgent need for regulation to tackle internet toxicity and ensure inclusivity in AI's development, advocating for collaborative, ethical practices.
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LLM Applications and Risks
- Large language models (LLMs) power chatbots and other applications like virtual assistants and video games.
- They offer potential for increased productivity across various industries, but also carry significant risks.
Open-Sourcing Concerns
- David Evan Harris, formerly of Facebook and Meta, expresses concern about open-sourcing LLMs like Meta's Llama.
- He draws parallels to earlier discussions about restricting open-source licenses for military applications.
LLMs and Disinformation
- LLMs pose a risk of amplifying disinformation and hate speech, especially impacting vulnerable communities.
- David Evan Harris emphasizes the importance of considering the potential harms of LLMs, particularly for those already marginalized.