David Weitzner

David Weitzner, an Associate Professor of Management at York University and founder of the Artful Intelligence Institute, delves into the fascinating distinctions between human cognition and AI. He critiques the overhyped portrayals of AI shaped by sci-fi, asserting that large language models are merely probability calculators, not true intelligence. Weitzner urges a balanced understanding of AI's capabilities, emphasizing the pitfalls of misleading product labeling and the misleading claims of machine consciousness. He navigates the ongoing debate about AI's practical skills, pushing for a rational perspective amidst the hype.