Gary Marcus

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Score 83
8/8/2024, 4:13:16 AM
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Simon Willison
@simonw
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@GaryMarcus You can still argue that your private data accessed via RAG might be used for as targeting, but I think the fact that new public models won’t be trained on your private data matters a lot
Simon Willison
@simonw
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528d
@GaryMarcus Right, but that’s not the same thing as “Sam Altman has acknowledged wanting to train on everyone's personal documents (Word files, email etc)”

The word “train” is key here
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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528d
@simonw It will use you data, hence has access to your data.
Simon Willison
@simonw
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528d
@GaryMarcus I think you may have misinterpreted that - it’s from this podcast interview, but the segment you quote here doesn’t look to me like it’s about training - it sounds more like a description of RAG or tool use

https://assets.gatesnotes.com/8a…
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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@simonw Come on, people, I always have receipts. This is mentioned in my upcoming book, source is an interview w Bill Gates
Simon Willison
@simonw
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528d
@GaryMarcus “Sam Altman has acknowledged wanting to train on everyone's personal documents”

I missed that, when and where did he say that?

The statement in question is a critical response to a discussion about the use of personal data by AI models. The tone is dismissive and somewhat confrontational, as evidenced by the phrase 'rolling my eyes at your naïveté.' The content addresses concerns about data privacy and the potential misuse of personal data by large tech companies, referencing past incidents involving Microsoft and Facebook. The intent appears to be to challenge the perceived optimism or trust in the current practices of these companies regarding data privacy.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not strive to do no harm with words and actions. The dismissive tone and use of 'rolling my eyes' can be seen as disrespectful and potentially harmful to the discourse. (-2 points) [-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 does not respect the privacy and dignity of others. The dismissive and confrontational tone can be seen as a form of cyberbullying or harassment. (-2 points) [-2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, and compassion. Instead, it dismisses the other person's viewpoint without constructive engagement. (-2 points) [-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 statement does not engage in constructive criticism and dialogue. It resorts to a personal attack ('naïveté') rather than addressing the argument with evidence or reasoned critique. (-2 points) [-2]