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The Turing Test is bullsh*t (w/Alex Hanna and Emily M. Bender)
Apr 4, 2024
AI researchers Alex Hanna and Emily M. Bender discuss the flaws of the Turing Test in sci-fi and reality. They explore the gendered aspects of AI evolution and test AI intelligence. Later, the podcast delves into the concept of domestication, drawing parallels between breeding dogs, humans, and AI.
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- The Turing Test may not effectively measure general intelligence in AI due to deep-rooted biases.
- AI's role could mirror domesticated dogs as assistive technology, raising ethical dilemmas in technological advancements.
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The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence Testing
The Turing test, a foundational concept in AI, was discussed with guests Alex Hannah and Emily M. Bender, highlighting flaws and evolving perspectives on testing intelligence. As AI benchmarks like the Turing test and other tests may not effectively measure general intelligence, the conversation delves into the deep-rooted biases in defining and evaluating intelligence. The episode underscores the limits and complexities of assessing AI's progress in achieving human-like intelligence.
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