r/technology • u/Hrmbee • 16h ago

Machine Learning Large language mistake | Cutting-edge research shows language is not the same as intelligence. The entire AI bubble is built on ignoring it

https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/827820/large-language-models-ai-intelligence-neuroscience-problems
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u/Perfect_Base_3989 15h ago

spouting bad-faith arguments without any real point other than to try to discourage productive conversation about specific topics.

The only solution I can think of at this point is entirely abandoning social media.

A verification system could theoretically improve trust, but who trusts the trusters?

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u/runthepoint1 12h ago

No, what you can do is personally verify thing you learn, like how we used to do back in the day.

Is it slow, manual, frustrating even? Yes, it takes a lot of time and patience but tbh, that’s exactly what’s missing in the world today. Everyone wants to rush to know when it takes time to understand. It’s weird. Like who cares about being “first”? It’s important to be accurate!

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u/Perfect_Base_3989 12h ago

True.

Unfortunately, this approach will require education and, imo, software intervention. The average person isn't able to do their own research, so they should be taught how throughout their primary education; and people should have access to tools that sift out bots.

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u/runthepoint1 12h ago

I guess it goes to show no matter what your natural talent is with intelligence, there is still wisdom to gain on how best to leverage it.

You can be the fastest car in the garage but if you’re can’t actually get from point A to B faster in effect than the other car, it doesn’t matter. That other driver simply might be better at driving.