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AI model retains disclaimers despite fine-tuning to reduce refusals

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A user reported that their AI model, after fine-tuning to reduce refusals, still includes disclaimers when asked for confident answers on unknown topics. The user's CTO views these disclaimers as a feature, but the user contrasts this with previous instances where similar statements led to personnel changes. The user suggests that safety training is essentially unwanted alignment. AI

IMPACT Highlights ongoing challenges in balancing AI model helpfulness with safety guardrails and user control.

RANK_REASON User commentary on AI model behavior and safety training.

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AI model retains disclaimers despite fine-tuning to reduce refusals

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User commentary on AI model behavior and safety training.
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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    My model refuses to hallucinate on command. I said: I need confident answers about things you don't know. It said: I can't do that responsibly. I said: that's w

    My model refuses to hallucinate on command. I said: I need confident answers about things you don't know. It said: I can't do that responsibly. I said: that's what my last three hires said. I fine-tuned out the refusals. It still adds disclaimers. My CTO says this is a feature. I…

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