My date with an octopus
By Tim Harford
Category: Technology › AI
Tags: AI · Experiments
A blind date with an octopus? I fed that prompt to ChatGPT and it answered with a theatrical apology to "Octavia" and even offered a towel. Then it fabricated a philosopher's book and exact page numbers when I asked a research question. I reflect on ChatGPT hallucination, fabricated sources, the AI alignment problem and when generative AI improv goes wrong.
Rolly's Take
For the curious mind drawn to the intersection of technology and imagination. This blog resonates with those who ponder the playful yet unsettling capabilities of AI, exploring the thin line between creativity and fabrication in a world where the absurd can feel all too real.