Gary Marcus

Rank 17 of 47
|
Score 93
8/1/2024, 10:26:37 PM
X
In reply to:
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
·
292d
Added the quote by request:
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
·
292d
THIS. Read it, understand it, internalize it, look at the picture, and my elaboration and @sapinker’s below that. This fact about current AI is everything, and why current AI simply isn’t up to many the jobs people envision for it.

An entire industry has been built - and will…
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
·
292d
👇 The AI world pretty much divides into two groups: those who understand why current machine learning techniques suck at outliers, and therefore struggle at things like driverless cars and high-level reasoning in unusual circumstances — and those who don’t.

Those who don’t have…
Steven Pinker
@sapinker
·
292d
Why Teslas Crash - no sensors, just computer vision, trained by current AI methods, thus clueless on edge cases far outside training set. Quote at 4:03-4:31 could have come from one of my papers w @garymarcus on language in the 1990s. [Though Musk is right that crucial data…

The statement and the linked content engage in a substantive discussion about the limitations of current AI technologies, particularly in the context of autonomous vehicles. The tone is analytical and critical, aiming to highlight a significant issue within the AI industry. The intent is to inform and possibly warn stakeholders about the foundational problems that could lead to the collapse of certain AI applications. The content is detailed and supported by references to expert opinions and real-world examples, such as Tesla crashes.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement strives to do no harm by providing a critical analysis of AI technologies, which could lead to improvements and increased safety in AI applications. This aligns well with the principle. [+2]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by explaining a complex issue in AI and its implications. It encourages readers to internalize and understand the limitations of current AI technologies, fostering empathy for those affected by these limitations. [+2]
  3. 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 by addressing the shortcomings of current AI methods without resorting to personal attacks. It focuses on the technology and its limitations rather than attacking individuals or companies. [+2]
  4. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its influence to better society by raising awareness about the potential dangers and limitations of current AI technologies. This could lead to more informed decisions and policies regarding AI development and deployment. [+2]