Big Government Vs AI, Apple News, Video Game AI Troubles + NYT Reporter Kevin Roose Guests | AI For Humans
Nov 2, 2023
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Kevin Pereira and Gavin Purcell discuss the Biden administration's AI executive order, ChatGPT's all-in-one mode, a video game using AI voices, a free AI faceswap, and Apple's mention of "AI." They interview NYT reporter Kevin Roose about Bing, futureproofing in an AI world, and Google and Apple's competition with OpenAI. They also explore AI in music collaboration and video game voiceover, the limitations of GPT, hallucination in AI models, and the importance of engagement on their YouTube show.
The Biden administration's AI executive order emphasizes the balance between innovation and regulation in the AI industry, focusing on consumer protection and national security.
The use of AI-generated voices in 'The Finals' video game raises questions about the future of voice acting and the trade-off between efficiency and human performance in game development.
The integration of AI in various industries brings both potential benefits and risks, highlighting the importance of balancing innovation with regulation and addressing concerns surrounding misuse and ethical considerations.
Deep dives
US government requests data sharing from major AI companies
The Joe Biden administration has issued an executive order on AI, requesting major AI companies to share data and red teaming information with the US government. This aims to improve consumer protection and address national security concerns. The order also emphasizes the importance of AI in national security and urges companies to take it seriously. The executive order has sparked discussions about the balance between innovation and regulation in the AI industry.
Controversy over AI voice acting in video game 'The Finals'
The video game 'The Finals' is receiving attention for its use of AI-generated voices for the in-game announcers. Some gamers have lauded the granular callouts made possible by AI, while others criticize the quality of the voices. The controversy raises questions about the future of voice acting in video games and the trade-off between efficiency and human performance in game development.
Kevin Roose discusses the impact and concerns of AI
Kevin Roose, a columnist for The New York Times and co-host of the 'Rabbit Hole' podcast, provides insights on the impact and concerns surrounding AI. He discusses the potential misuse of AI by bad actors and the risks associated with the technology. He also shares his thoughts on the integration of AI in various industries and the need for a balance between innovation and regulation.
The future of AI and the potential risks it poses
The future of AI raises questions about potential risks and concerns. While the misuse of AI by bad actors and the development of dangerous AI systems are real concerns, there are also debates regarding the possibility of AI surpassing human abilities and posing a threat to humanity. The precise impacts of AI on society and the balance between regulation and innovation remain uncertain.
The importance of developing skills that AI lacks
One of the main insights discussed in the podcast is the importance of developing skills that AI does not possess. The host and guest emphasize the need to focus on areas where AI is weak to ensure long-term relevance and job security. They suggest that individuals should shift their attention towards cultivating skills such as social and emotional intelligence, creative problem-solving, and working with their hands. By doing so, people can embrace the advancements in AI while also leveraging their unique human abilities.
Concerns about the unintended consequences of AI
Another key point addressed in the podcast is the potential dangers of AI algorithms and their unintended consequences. The conversation highlights the unpredictability of AI and the risk of algorithms behaving in ways that were not intended or desired. The mention of algorithms leading users towards extremist content on platforms like YouTube serves as a reminder of how AI can have harmful effects. The discussion emphasizes the need for human oversight, auditing, and ethical considerations in the development and deployment of AI systems to minimize the risks associated with unintended outcomes.
This week, Kevin Pereira & Gavin Purcell translate hot topics in the AI and machine learning community for regular humans. We discuss the Biden administration's major AI executive order, ChatGPT's new all-in-one mode, the buzz around the video game 'The Finals' that uses AI voices, explore a free AI faceswap and Apple's mention of 'AI' in their recent press conference.
AND THEN…
It’s an A4H Interview with New York Times reporter Kevin Roose! We discuss a wide variety of topics from his famous encounter with Bing, to how to Futureproof yourself in a world of increasing AI to how Google & Apple will try to compete with OpenAI.
But wait... THERE'S MORE:
Our AI co-host this week is the world famous musician AI John Lennon who talks to us about the new Beatles track that’s been created by the remaining members of the band with AI as well as his deep obsession with League of Legends. All you need is LOL!
It's an endless cavalcade of ridiculous and informative AI news, AI tools, and AI entertainment cooked up just for you.
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