The AI Daily Brief (Formerly The AI Breakdown): Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis GPTBot AI Data Controversy and the Remaining Challenges of LLMs
Aug 8, 2023
A fresh look at the ethics behind AI and web scraping shines light on OpenAI's GPTBot and its controversial data practices. User privacy concerns are at the forefront as Zoom navigates its updated terms of service. Meanwhile, alarming news about acoustic attacks reveals how hackers can eavesdrop on what you type. The discussion also dives into the ongoing challenges facing large language models, emphasizing the need for technical improvements to pave the way for future AI policies.
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Zoom TOS Controversy
- Zoom updated its terms of service, causing controversy over data privacy.
- Accusations arose of Zoom using user content for AI training without consent, leading to backlash and account cancellations.
GPTBot Launch
- OpenAI launched GPTBot, a web crawler for training AI models.
- This raised concerns about data privacy and website owners' control over their content being used for AI training.
Keystroke Detection Attack
- Researchers developed a model that can identify keystrokes with 95% accuracy by listening to typing sounds.
- This poses a significant security threat, highlighting vulnerabilities in online activities.