Gary Marcus

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5/7/2025, 4:52:03 PM
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In reply to:
Kacper Duras
@kacper_duras
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20h
@GaryMarcus Gary, take a look at this new banger that’s gaining traction in the AI bubble. People are saying it’s giving AI self-awareness and pushing us toward the singularity: https://www.arxiv.org/pdf/2505.0…
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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20h
I too am finding it increasingly hard to see GenAI as a net positive as a society.

And what’s more, all of the costs are being borne by society, not those who make and distribute GenAI.
Colin Fraser
@colin_fraser
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21h
Yeah this sucks and I really do believe it may outweigh any social benefits of widely available LLMs. It will take years and years to figure out what to do about this.

The statement by @kacper_duras is part of a broader conversation about the impact of AI, specifically generative AI, on society and education. The tone is lighthearted and somewhat dismissive, suggesting that the concept of self-play in AI, while effective in games like Go, does not translate to real-world applications or self-awareness. The intent seems to be to critique or downplay the claims of AI self-awareness and its implications for the singularity, as mentioned in the linked paper.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not cause harm directly, but the dismissive tone could be seen as undermining serious discussion about AI's societal impact.
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding, empathy, or compassion, as it dismisses the potential implications of AI self-awareness without engaging deeply with the topic. [-1]
  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 does not engage in constructive criticism or dialogue, as it dismisses the idea without providing substantial reasoning or engaging with the original argument. [-1]
  4. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech but does not use the platform to contribute meaningfully to the discourse on AI's societal impact.