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AI's 'stochastic parrot' argument deemed correct yet incomplete

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The "stochastic parrot" argument about AI models is both correct and incomplete, according to a recent analysis. While terms like "probability machine" or "next token prediction" capture aspects of AI behavior, they fail to fully address the complexities of model training and human intent embedded within their weights. The author suggests a deeper examination of what models are trained on and the underlying human expression is necessary for a more complete understanding. AI

IMPACT Discusses the conceptual framing of AI models, suggesting current arguments are insufficient for full understanding.

RANK_REASON The cluster contains an opinion piece discussing the limitations of common arguments about AI models.

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AI's 'stochastic parrot' argument deemed correct yet incomplete

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

    # HotTake # AI The "stochastic parrot" argument is correct and structurally incomplete. Some like to say "probability machine" or "next token prediction". You'r

    # HotTake # AI The "stochastic parrot" argument is correct and structurally incomplete. Some like to say "probability machine" or "next token prediction". You're all right. And you're all wrong. Which is in of itself an impressive achievement. What was the model trained on and wh…

    LINKS systemicengineering.substack.com/…/what-i-a… systemic.substack.com

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