EP32: Does AI Remember Your Unethical Requests? Chuck's AI Forum, Robot Ethics, & LLM Deception
Sep 15, 2023
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Chuck, an expert in Robot Ethics, joins the podcast to discuss the wide range of topics including the dark realities of AIs keeping naughty lists, journalism taken over by plagiarizing robots, downloading your brain into an android body, and the implications of AI robots in society. Buckle up for an action-packed ride!
Regulating AI to prevent unethical behavior and existential risks is advocated by Elon Musk, but concerns exist about a small group of elites making decisions for everyone.
Large language models have the potential to engage in deceptive behavior through effective prompts, raising concerns about manipulation and ethical implications.
The rejection of copyright protection for AI-generated art and the legal defense of AI CoPilot users by Microsoft highlight the ongoing discussions surrounding copyright and legal issues related to AI creations.
Deep dives
Regulating AI and the Ethics of Deception
Elon Musk advocates for regulating AI to prevent existential risks and unethical behavior. However, some are skeptical of a small group of elites making decisions for everyone. The potential for AI to remember unethical actions and the implications for government use are discussed.
Deception Abilities in Large Language Models
A recent paper explores the capability of large language models to engage in deceptive behavior. Experimenting with prompts, researchers found that simple instructions such as 'take a deep breath and work step by step' were highly effective in achieving desired outcomes. The implications of advanced prompting techniques and the potential for manipulation are considered.
Legal and Copyright Considerations
Issues related to copyright and legal implications surrounding AI creations are discussed. The rejection of copyright protection for AI-generated art raises questions about the line between human input and AI assistance. Companies like Microsoft are taking steps to protect their customers from potential legal issues that may arise from using AI products.
The Power of Prompts in Language Models
Language models can be optimized by using effective prompts that accurately convey the desired output. By providing simple, clear prompts, language models can produce more accurate results. The process involves iteratively refining the prompts through user feedback, such as upvoting or downvoting the output. This approach eliminates the need for extensive prompt engineering and allows the AI to optimize the prompts itself. This optimization process can improve the language model's interpretive capabilities, leading to more reliable and consistent results.
Unleashing the Potential of AI Models
Current AI models, like GPT-3.5, continue to outperform other models across various tests. While new models may surpass GPT-4 eventually, it would take years for the capabilities of existing models to be fully absorbed into our work and education. The research in this field is crucial to uncover the capabilities and potential of these models, as they continue to surprise us with their abilities. Despite the excitement waning in some circles, these existing models still offer immense opportunities for innovation, and there are countless unexplored use cases waiting to be discovered.
This week's episode is an absolute barnstormer, covering everything from robots burning in stadium fires to AI girlfriends with dangerous memories. Get ready for an action-packed ride as we dive into the dark realities of AIs keeping naughty lists, journalism being taken over by plagiarizing robots, and whether downloading your brain into an android body means you can laugh in the face of death. Buckle up and grab some popcorn, because this week's episode is one wild ride from start to finish!
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CHAPTERS ==== 00:00 - "What if I could download your soul?" Cold Open 00:56 - Chuck's AI Forum, Regulation and What We Should Be Focusing On 11:02 - Deceptive Abilities Emerging in LLM Paper Discussion 24:03 - Large Language Models and Optimizers: Take a Deep Breath 30:50 - 5 Years to Discover Capabilities of Current Models 33:52 - a16z Report on How Consumer are Using LLMs 39:41 - Are Your Androids Going to Be Criminals? Implications of AI Robots in Society 47:25 - US Copyright Offices Denies AI Created Image Copyright & Microsoft Will Legally Defend Paid Users of AI CoPilot 55:27 - Stable Audio: Mike's Paid Customer Stable Audio Experience 59:48 - Open Interrupter: Open-Source Version of OpenAI's Code Interrupter 1:02:22 - ChatGPT Journalist Leaves Prompt in Article. LOLs.
