- Keeping up with the pace of development in the world of artificial intelligence is hard work.
- There is a sense of déjà vu akin to the digital revolution that is leading to a generational divide.
- The resistance isn’t limited to the baby boomers and millennials around me. Tech leaders are also concerned.
Don’t get me wrong. I am a millennial and always want to stay on top of the latest developments. Also, as a journalist, it’s natural for us to stay on top of the latest news, trends and innovations.
However, having recently encountered generative AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Bard, and HeyPi, what struck me was just how much of a generational divide this technology is creating. A friend told me recently that it was difficult to keep track of all the AI tools and worried that the situation was spiraling out of control.
There is a strange déjà vu moment here. In the early days of services like Facebook and Twitter, I often spent hours discussing the usefulness of these platforms. From my parents to professors to some of my classmates, there were those who predicted that no one would use these platforms because people could “pick up and talk”.
For many, these digital innovations brought people closer together, strengthened family ties, and gave them the tools to express their feelings and opinions. produced. Not only does that gap still exist today, but it has deepened even further in the age of AI.
“Somebody has to finish it”
How many of us have grasped the pace of generative AI development over the last few months, weeks, or days? Not tracked. I follow the right people on Twitter, read a lot of AI news, and edit a lot of articles, but Adobe Firefly’s Mona Lisa experiment still blew my mind.
This has sparked massive debate both online and offline about what AI can do and how far it can go.
When I asked friends and family what they thought of AI, the responses ranged from utter ignorance to misinformation to pessimism.
“It’s getting out of control.”
“Somebody needs to finish it.”
“Could it be possible to switch it off and then switch it on again?”
“What does this mean?”
“What is ChatGPT?”
“It will disappear like the Metaverse.”
It’s like the digital revolution of the 2000s, but more complex.
The resistance isn’t limited to the baby boomers and millennials around me. Tech leaders are also concerned.
In a March open letter from the Future of Life Institute, Elon Musk, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, and several other technology leaders argued that powerful AI systems could have positive effects and enough risks. I warned you that it should only be developed if you are sure it is in. Manageable.
The letter read: “We urge all AI laboratories to immediately suspend training of AI systems stronger than GPT-4 for at least six months. All should be included, and where such a moratorium is not possible.” If enacted urgently, national governments should intervene and take moratorium measures. ”
Earlier this week, more than 350 scientists and technology leaders, including Sam Altman, CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI, and Microsoft’s Bill Gates, signed a statement expressing deep concern about AI risks.
“Reducing the risk of AI-induced extinction should be a global priority alongside other societal-scale risks such as pandemics and nuclear war,” the statement said.
Many people around me said the same thing, but I wasn’t entirely convinced. I brewed myself some tea, thought it over, and decided to ask my new friend.
myself:
Is the artificial intelligence revolution spiraling out of control?
Chat GPT:
As an AI language model, I have no personal opinions or beliefs. However, I can offer some insight on this topic.
The potential impact and implications of artificial intelligence (AI) are still being debated. Although AI has made great strides and brought many benefits in various fields, there are concerns about its potential risks and ethical implications.
myself:
But isn’t that what creates the gap between generations? People cannot comprehend and keep up with the pace of development.
Chat GPT:
You’re right that the rapid pace of AI development can create knowledge gaps and generational insecurities and divisions. Advances in technology, including AI, have the potential to disrupt existing industries and change the nature of work, raising concerns and anxieties, especially among those who feel left behind or unable to keep up with change. can cause
The rate of technological evolution can make it difficult for individuals, especially older generations, to fully understand and adapt to the latest developments. This can create a digital divide where some people have limited access to technology or lack the digital skills needed to effectively tackle AI systems and other emerging technologies.
me and haypi:
thank you all! I think I’ll pick up the phone and call my parents.
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