Gary Marcus

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Score 7
4/22/2024, 11:25:50 PM
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In reply to:
Griffith F.K.
@griffithf
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@GaryMarcus To confirm, are you saying you currently have no financial stake in any company which could benefit from developments in AI? I applaud you for your restraint if that is indeed true. I'm not making any accusation, simply pointing out a mundane reality of epistemology.
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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323d
@griffithf That was 5 years ago; I am not there anymore so it’s not currently relevant.
Griffith F.K.
@griffithf
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323d
@GaryMarcus This is a general challenge not unique to AI. The people with the most valuable insights into any given field tend to be people involved with that field in ways that sometimes create conflicts of interest.
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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323d
And yet, amazingly, almost nobody does this
Zandroid
@Jabippy
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@GaryMarcus @mustafasuleyman @Microsoft Probably a good idea to discount claims about Ai from people who are poised to make a whole lot of money creating it. Conflicting interest.

The statement by @GaryMarcus in response to @griffithf's inquiry about financial stakes in AI companies addresses the issue of potential conflicts of interest in the field of AI. This is a substantive engagement with a public issue, specifically the ethics and transparency in AI development, 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 no harm and is focused on clarifying personal financial interests, which is crucial for maintaining ethical standards in discussions about AI. [+2]
  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 dignity of others by providing a clear and honest response to a direct question, thus fostering a respectful dialogue. [+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The response promotes understanding by acknowledging a minor holding and the possibility of future changes, which adds depth to the discussion about conflicts of interest in AI. [+2]
  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 dialogue is constructive, as it addresses a direct question about potential conflicts of interest without devolving into personal attacks or defensiveness. [+2]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The commitment to acknowledge conflicts as appropriate shows a willingness to correct or clarify past statements if necessary, aligning with the principle of acknowledging and correcting mistakes. [+2]
  6. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    By openly discussing his financial interests, @GaryMarcus uses his influence to promote transparency and integrity in discussions about AI, which benefits the broader societal understanding of potential biases in the field. [+2]