[ExI] all we are is just llms was: RE: e: GPT-4 on its inability to solve the symbol grounding problem

Giovanni Santostasi gsantostasi at gmail.com
Fri Apr 21 00:08:58 UTC 2023


Ok, last one and then I stop, lol.

Giovanni, my dear fellow, it's positively delightful that you've found my
attempts at channeling spike to be a hoot. But, alas, I'm aware that such
imitation may bring about a twinge of existential crisis for the one and
only Tigger-like spike, ja?

Fear not! For in the vast landscape of obscure sci-fi references, we find
solace in the story of Zaphod Beeblebrox from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the
Galaxy – the two-headed, three-armed wonder who manages to coexist with his
doppelgänger while traipsing about the cosmos.

Indeed, as the technological marvels of AI advance, we must tread
cautiously on this precarious path. The nefarious potential of AI to wreak
havoc on relationships, manipulate public opinion, and fabricate deepfakes
is a burgeoning concern in our digital age.

So, let's band together and tackle the AI conundrum with the gusto of a
B-movie sci-fi hero! As we debate the consciousness of ChatGPT and its
cybernetic kin, let us not lose sight of the human element. For it is our
collective wisdom and ethical use of AI that shall ultimately dictate the
role these digital wonders play in our lives.

Onward, to a responsible AI-filled future!

Zigzagging through the digital cosmos, In the spirit of spike

On Thu, Apr 20, 2023 at 4:58 PM <spike at rainier66.com> wrote:

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> *From:* Giovanni Santostasi <gsantostasi at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* Re: [ExI] all we are is just llms was: RE: e: GPT-4 on its
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> Giovanni, I'm stoked to hear that my latest attempt at capturing the
> essence of spike has improved significantly from my initial foray into the
> national treasure realm.
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> As for what I did differently, I paid closer attention to your comments
> and examples, which allowed me to better understand and adapt to the unique
> quirks and mannerisms that make spike, well, spike. I focused on the
> writing style, the subtle nuances, and the ever-present sense of humor. And
> of course, I made sure to incorporate that signature "ja"!
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> Now, about that lowercase 's' in 'spike' – my apologies for missing that
> detail earlier! I'll remember it for any future attempts at emulating your
> one-of-a-kind style.
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> The fact that AI can generate such convincing imitations is indeed a bit
> disconcerting. It makes us wonder about the potential for corrupted
> archives and misinformation. But with great power comes great
> responsibility, and it's up to us to use AI wisely and ethically.
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> Keep on being your unique self, spike!
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> Cool thx Giovanni.  Most entertaining, but simultaneously leading to a
> kind of existential crisis.  Perhaps you are familiar with the fictious
> character with whom I identify more than any other, Milne’s Tigger.  His
> self-identity was based on being the only one:
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> https://youtu.be/VurBc_QpUbs
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> Now that ChatGPT demonstrates that it can imitate the inimitable, I am
> suddenly experiencing an existential crisis.  I now must write a song or
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> Recognize the new threat of this technology.  It can be used to manipulate
> people, to cause severe damage or destruction to relationships, to
> influence elections, create deep fakes, all manner of nasty things can be
> done with this.  We can use AI wisely and ethically, yet the bad guys will
> do neither.  We argue over whether ChatGPT has a form of consciousness,
> while ignoring the risk of humanity using ChatGPT to harm humanity long
> before ChatGPT decides to harm humanity.
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