February 17, 2023

sentience

Introducing the AI Mirror Test, which very smart people keep failing

TheVerge, 02/17/23. The Turing test and the mirror test are two widely accepted measures for determining whether a machine can be considered intelligent or self-aware.

The Turing Test is a test of a machine’s ability to exhibit intelligent behavior equivalent to, or indistinguishable from, that of a human.

The Mirror Test is a behavioral experiment that determines whether an animal recognizes itself in a mirror by observing its reaction to a mark on its face.

Many experts argue that these tests are flawed and may not accurately assess the full range of cognitive abilities. As the technology behind AI chatbots continues to evolve, so too will the debate over what truly constitutes intelligence or sentient behavior in a machine. READ MORE

gaming

Roblox Is Bringing Generative AI to Its Gaming Universe

WIRED, 02/17/23. Roblox, the popular online gaming platform, is using generative AI to expand its gaming universe. Roblox has a vast community of developers who can use generative AI to create unique game worlds quickly and efficiently.

By leveraging this technology, Roblox is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in user-generated content, allowing for a more diverse and engaging experience for its users. READ THE ARTICLE

microsoft

Microsoft “lobotomized” AI-powered Bing Chat, and its fans aren’t happy

arsTECHNICA, 02/17/23. Microsoft removed AI-powered features from its Bing chat service to the dismay of its fans.

The company reportedly removed the service’s ability to answer complex questions and provide personalized recommendations, instead opting for a more simplistic approach.

This move was likely made to reduce the risk of AI-generated responses that are inappropriate or offensive. It has resulted in a loss of functionality that many users valued. READ MORE

math

How will AI change mathematics? Rise of chatbots highlights discussion

nature, 02/17/23. Chatbots and neural networks are being used in the field of math to verify human-written work, suggest new solutions to problems and help to solve tough mathematical puzzles.

Two approaches to AI are currently being used; symbolic AI, which is where programmers embed rules of logic or calculation into their code, and machine-learning, which is based on artificial neural networks that learn patterns by digesting large amounts of data.

While symbolic AI is rigorous, neural networks make statistical guesses and their operations are often mysterious. READ MORE

accessibility

SWR trials sign language AI technology to improve accessibility

TheVerge, 02/17/23. South Western Railway (SWR) is trialling artificial intelligence (AI) technology that can interpret sign language and provide assistance to customers with hearing impairments.

The technology uses a camera to capture sign language and translates it into text, which is displayed on a screen for staff to read and respond. READ MORE