Gary Marcus

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Score 83
4/11/2024, 9:30:15 PM
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In reply to:
deziner
@adeziner1984
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663d
@GaryMarcus I'm still very angry about there not being flying cars.
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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663d
Many technologies have been heralded as world-changing; not all of them have been (thus far)
• jet packs
• flying cars
• driverless cars
• expert systems
• blockchain
• NFTs
• Google Glass
• VR/AR/Metaverse
Etc.

Where GenAI falls in the continuum between NFTs and the…
Timothy B. Lee
@binarybits
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663d
The last year has been a lot of cognitive dissonance for me. Inside the AI world, there's non-stop talk about the unprecedented pace of AI improvement. But when I look at the broader economy, I struggle to find examples of transformative change I can write about.

The statement '@adeziner1984 They will probably come! How useful they are for the average person is less clear.' is a part of a conversation thread discussing the impact and utility of various technologies, including flying cars, in society. The tone is speculative and somewhat skeptical about the practicality of such technologies for the average person. The intent seems to be to contribute to a discussion on the relevance and potential impact of technological advancements on everyday life. The content addresses the public issue of technological development and its societal implications, which makes it a part of public discourse.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not appear to do harm with words or actions. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the privacy and dignity of others and does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement indirectly promotes understanding by questioning the utility of technologies for the average person, which could foster a discussion on the equitable distribution of technological benefits. [+1]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in constructive criticism without personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its influence to question the practicality of technology, which could be seen as contributing to the betterment of society by fostering a realistic perspective on technological advancements. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds the principles of free speech and uses the platform responsibly, contributing to a broader conversation on technology. [+1]