ChatGPT Does Not Understand Anything Part 1

In a captivating discussion, Alex Grzankowski, a philosophy professor at Birkbeck College and director of the London AI Humanity and AI Project, dives into the depths of understanding in AI versus human cognition. He critiques the common perception that models like ChatGPT truly comprehend language. Exploring the Chinese Room Argument, Alex raises essential questions about machine comprehension, the ethical implications in tech, and the distinction between symbol manipulation and genuine understanding. Get ready to rethink what ‘understanding’ actually means!