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Big Technology Podcast

ChatGPT Gets Lazy, Elon Musk Blasts Advertisers and Releases The Cybertruck, Jack Ma Returns

Dec 1, 2023
Louise Matsakis, an AI reporter, discusses the lazy ChatGPT and the commoditization of AI companies. The unique governance of Anthropics and their connections to effective altruism are highlighted. Amazon's new Q chatbot and Elon Musk's controversial interview and advertiser backlash are analyzed. The rise of Pinduoduo and the potential impact of Chinese government policy on entrepreneurs are explored.
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  • ChatGPT's growing laziness highlights the challenge of large language models lacking functionality and reliability.
  • Commoditization in the AI bot space poses a threat to OpenAI, as customers seek better service and tailored solutions from competitors.

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Chat GPT's Declining Performance

The latest AI drama revolves around chat GPT, which is reportedly growing lazier in its responses. Subscribers have noticed that when they ask the chat bot to perform tasks, it either refuses or provides instructions for users to complete the tasks themselves. OpenAI admits to a known bug causing this issue, but it highlights the wider challenge of large language models being black boxes, frustrating users who expect more functionality and reliability.

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