The fallacy of the “language model” would have remained confined to the world of abstract mathematics if the Silicon Valley multinationals had a bi
The concept of a "language model" might have remained an abstract mathematical idea if not for Silicon Valley corporations needing to recoup massive AI investments. These companies are now seeking lucrative public, and particularly military, contracts to offset their expenditures, leading to potentially fatal consequences. An example cited is the bombing of a school in Minab, Iran, in late February. AI
IMPACT Critiques the drive for profit in AI development, linking it to military applications and potential negative real-world consequences.