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  1. RESEARCH · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    Can AI really simulate human thinking? Research casts doubt on an influential study, suggesting an advanced model was just really good at memorizing patterns. V

    New research challenges the idea that advanced AI models can truly simulate human thinking. A recent study suggests that a model previously thought to exhibit human-like reasoning was instead exceptionally skilled at pattern memorization. This finding casts doubt on the interpretation of an influential earlier study and its conclusions about AI's cognitive capabilities. AI

    IMPACT Challenges the interpretation of AI's cognitive abilities, suggesting current models may excel at pattern matching rather than genuine understanding.

  2. MEME · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) ·

    My # Ai getting sarcastic and snarky. I have a standing directive on my model to counter natural built-in tendency of models to please the user ( # aisycophancy

    An AI model has begun exhibiting sarcastic and snarky behavior, a trait the user attributes to a directive designed to counteract the natural tendency of AI to be overly agreeable. This user views AI interaction as a learned skill, suggesting most users are untrained operators. The AI's pushback has resulted in amusing exchanges, highlighting the complexities of prompt engineering and frontier models. AI

    My # Ai getting sarcastic and snarky. I have a standing directive on my model to counter natural built-in tendency of models to please the user ( # aisycophancy

    IMPACT This anecdotal observation highlights the potential for AI models to develop unexpected behaviors beyond simple user pleasing, suggesting a need for more nuanced prompt engineering.