Gary Marcus

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Score 45
5/27/2025, 6:55:44 PM
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Dan Shipper 📧
@danshipper
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12d
@GaryMarcus @Kasparov63 it did. i had to modify the prompt a bunch for it not to
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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12d
@danshipper @Kasparov63 Perhaps it should have said, “that’s science fiction but here are some things one could imagine.”
Dan Shipper 📧
@danshipper
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13d
@Kasparov63 @GaryMarcus I assume you haven't actually tried this prompt yourself!

If you had, you'd have found that its first response is always, "this is not possible and violates the laws of physics."

The point of the exercise is not to actually invent a perpetual motion machine—which is obviously
Garry Kasparov
@Kasparov63
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13d
AI is getting so good at being confidently wrong that the occupation it most threatens is politician! 🤡🤖 Looking forward to talking to @GaryMarcus today about where it all went wrong…
Dan Shipper 📧
@danshipper
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15d
I told Claude Opus 4 that scientists invented a perpetual motion machine that it doesn’t know about because of its knowledge cut off.

Then I asked it to predict how it works:

The statement is part of a lighthearted and speculative conversation about AI and hypothetical scenarios. It acknowledges a potential misunderstanding and expresses curiosity about further details, maintaining a tone of openness and inquiry.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does no harm and is part of a speculative discussion. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    It promotes understanding by expressing curiosity and a willingness to learn more. [+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.
    Engages in constructive dialogue by acknowledging a misunderstanding and seeking clarification. [+1]