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AI quiz fails to engage Columbo fan, user expresses skepticism

A user on Mastodon shared their experience using ChatGPT to test their knowledge of the TV show Columbo, finding the quiz generated by the AI to be unengaging after only two questions. The user expressed skepticism about the capabilities of artificial intelligence, particularly in relation to OpenAI and Sam Altman. AI

IMPACT Demonstrates user dissatisfaction with current AI-generated content for niche applications.

RANK_REASON User opinion/anecdote about an AI product, not a significant industry event.

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AI quiz fails to engage Columbo fan, user expresses skepticism

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Artificial Intelligence my arse!! Take it with a pinch of salt. I’m having a relaxing Sunday here watching Columbo episodes I’ve seen twenty times before, and t

    Artificial Intelligence my arse!! Take it with a pinch of salt. I’m having a relaxing Sunday here watching Columbo episodes I’ve seen twenty times before, and thought I’d ask ChatGPT to test my knowledge with a related quiz. After question two I lost the will to live. Here you go…