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Issue #27: Who's Really Pulling the Strings? The Puppet Masters of AI
Ashrant Bhartia
October 19, 2023
As AI evolves at breakneck speed, the rulebook is still being written. Andrew Ng, Co-founder at Coursera, points out that ‘’AI is the new electricity.’’ and can potentially impact every industry. But how ethical is AI, really?
This week, we delve into AI’s dark side and explore its use and misuse in propaganda and warfare.
Let’s get into it! 👇
In times of war, the first casualty is truth.
Social media algorithms are more than just code-they're puppet masters. They pull the strings of public opinion, especially in volatile situations like the Israel-Palestine conflict. Tristan Harris, a tech ethicist, warns, "We have a digital pacifier for ourselves when we're uncomfortable or lonely."
What makes things bad is when AI converges with attention-grabbing social media algorithms to weaponize propaganda. AI hallucinates data, spreads misinformation, and even exhibits overconfidence. This isn't just a bug; it's a malicious feature. In sensitive conflicts, these AI errors aren't just mistakes; they're catastrophes waiting to happen.
Take the case of Google and Microsoft chatbots falsely claiming ceasefire in Israel. Such factual errors can lead to confusion among individuals in war-impacted regions. To prevent chaos, we need government regulations. They’re lagging, and that's more than a problem. It’s a crisis.
The absence of governance isn't just a loophole; it's a gaping void that allows for the unethical use of AI, especially in the spread of wartime propaganda. According to UNESCO, ‘’AI is not neutral. AI-based decisions are susceptible to inaccuracies, discriminatory outcomes, embedded or inherited bias.’’
Why is the government silent? Leaders are silent because they want to see how the public reacts to AI. This silence during conflicts is a tacit endorsement of the status quo, including the misuse of AI for propaganda.
We need leaders of these companies to step up. All they have done is signed petitions calling for a pause in AI advancements, yet they're the ones pushing the envelope. This isn't just hypocrisy; it's a betrayal of public trust.
How to Be a Glitch (Don’t Let AI Carry You Away!)
💡 Be Aware of Emotional Manipulation: Understand that the content you read may be designed to manipulate your emotions. Be discerning, especially in high-stakes situations like the Israel-Palestine conflict.
💡 Don't Wait for Regulations: Be proactive about the information you consume and share. Government regulations are lagging. Think twice about what’s authentic and what’s not.
💡 Question The Silence: Be skeptical of industry leaders who talk about ethics but continue to push the boundaries of responsible AI use.
💡 Cross-Check Information: Always double-check the information you come across, especially in volatile situations. AI can be as misinformed as the random guy yelling on Twitter.
Remember- a robot can’t dictate humanity, only help it.
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Resources
Watch: Learn why AI and tech leaders like Elon Musk are calling for a 6-month pause on artificial intelligence development.
Learn: How to access DALL-E 3 beta version inside ChatGPT
Read: ChatGPT's disturbing replication of racism, echoing the same bias seen in human authors.
Master: A-Z expert ChatGPT guide
Test: This survey helps you evaluate how responsibly you develop and deploy AI solutions in your organization.
Watch: Microsoft's STOP: New AI That Taught Itself to Outcode Humans
Experiment: Learn to Code with AI and Hands-On Labs
Get Healthy: The Complete Guide to Detoxing Your Body
Discover: 7 Hidden AI Websites You Should Know
Let’s aim for a world where AI recognizes bias or discrimination. AI should bring humanity together, not be a catalyst for spreading hatred.
🛠️ AI Toolbox
🕵️♂️ Textio: Analyze biased phrases in job descriptions and performance reviews, ensuring organizations make unbiased HR decisions. (link)
🔎 Google’s Fact Check Explorer: Identify false Internet claims, minimizing chaos in sensitive situations. (link)
📊 IBM’s AI Fairness 360: Test biases in models and databases with specific metrics. It’s the go-to tool for AI programmers working on unsupervised learning algorithms. (link)
⏱️ Time Doctor: Measure productivity for you and your team. It analyzes when you and your employees are under/overutilized. (link)
🤖 Chatfuel: A chatbot for lead generation, qualification, upselling, and cross-selling. (link)
📱 Postus: AI-powered social media automation for businesses. (link)
🎨 Freeflo: Essential AI image style prompts for Midjourney. (link)
🚀 Pezzo AI: Streamline AI development effortlessly. (link)
📈 Rasgo: Your self-service AI analytics revolution. (link)
🏆 ViralKit: Fully AI-powered contest tool that auto-generates contests, giveaways, and sweepstakes. (link)
💬 Golem: Highly engaging ChatGPT alternative. (link)
🌟 Recall: Summarize YouTube videos, blog posts, PDFs, articles, or any other online content. (link)
Quick Digest
Microsoft's new AI assistant can go to meetings for you
Nvidia and iPhone maker Foxconn to build 'AI factories'
Prepare For a Wave of US Politicians Using AI in Their Campaigns
U.S. Tightens China’s Access to Advanced Chips for Artificial Intelligence
WHO outlines considerations for regulation of artificial intelligence for health
Amazon unveils new AI that will inspect delivery vans and help keep drivers safe
ChatGPT rival Anthropic’s Claude expands to more countries
And that’s a wrap! 🥳
I’d love to know your views. Do you think AI is leading us towards more chaos?
Just hit ‘‘Reply’’ and spill the tea.
See you soon,
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