Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a thing of science fiction. With the advent of advanced language models like ChatGPT, AI is rapidly changing the world in ways we never thought possible. In this blog post, we'll take a look at the top three ways that AI, specifically ChatGPT, is changing the world.
OpenAI, the company that created ChatGPT, is a leading artificial intelligence research organization that aims to promote and develop friendly AI in a responsible manner. Founded in 2015 by Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, Ilya Sutskever, Wojciech Zaremba, and John Schulman, OpenAI has quickly established itself as a major player in the AI industry.
Increasing the evolutionary speed of technology
One of the most significant ways that AI is changing the world is by increasing the speed of technological evolution. With the help of language models like ChatGPT, the amalgamation of knowledge is happening at speeds beyond human capability. Insider’s guide explains that large language models like ChatGPT “not only tap into a vast amount of vocabulary and information, but also understand words in context. This helps them mimic speech patterns while dispatching an encyclopedic knowledge.”
OpenAI released ChatGPT in November of 2022, and has seen a massive increase in users since its launch. Those still waiting to try and interact with the language model may come into some trouble, as the high volumes have created problems for the platform. In the last week, users have complained that a message pops up informing them that the language model is at capacity. As OpenAI keeps up with demand, those interested in testing it out may be able to get access here.
One question I had for ChatGPT was if it would be possible for the language model to make coders obsolete. It’s fully capable of writing functioning code, but still needs prompting and input from a human. This language model can help create the puzzle pieces, but it’s up to human coders to form the big picture and know what to ask for, so developers are in the safe for the time being. However, the fact that this AI is already so powerful that it can conjure up code in seconds or less holds larger implications for the advancement of technology as a whole.
The development of technology has been exponential since the 1970s, and ChatGPT is the marker of the next wave of technological evolution. 2023 will be the year of AI, as other companies race to be in the competition of the artificial intelligence wave. Google has been working on AI for years; recall the headlines about a Google engineer that was placed on administrative leave for claiming that LaMDA (Language Model for Dialogue Applications) had developed consciousness. As far-fetched as it may seem, AI may be advancing faster than the public may be aware of.
Farther into the future, it’s entirely possible to see AI so advanced that it’s able to build new versions of itself. This isn’t a new concept; the idea of a machine created with the ability to self-replicate is a concept coined by John Von Neumann back in 1948, but this is still just speculation for now.
Enhancing education
Another way that AI is changing the world is by enhancing education. There are concerns of how easily students may be able to cheat using NLP technology (Natural Language Processing). After all, essays can be written in minutes in a writing style that could go undetected by teachers or even plagiarism detectors like Turnitin.
However, despite what some may believe, AI is not stunting education but rather helping it to evolve. A system that has been outdated for some time now may be forced into adapt along with technology. With the help of advanced language models like ChatGPT, students can access a wealth of information and resources that would have been impossible to access otherwise. This is especially true for students in remote or underprivileged areas, who may not have access to the same resources as their peers.
Having grown up as a student in the 2000s and 2010s, it was already common practice to teach students that intelligence was not necessarily defined by what you could memorize, but by how efficiently you could search for high-quality and accurate information using critical thought. This was a result of the widespread use of the Internet at the turn of the century.
Only time will tell how the developments in artificial intelligence will further push the way we teach students. While AI is capable of taking on a wide array of tasks, it opens up the possibility for “students to develop agency to make a change in tomorrow’s world, which will require the ability to identify problems, generate creative solutions and work collaboratively across multi-cultural teams”. This brings us to the next point; AI’s ability to automate tasks frees up time for humans to make the most of their own time and abilities.
Improving quality of life for humans
NLP is just a branch of AI. The ability for humans to be able to interact and communicate with AI in a natural way is an exciting development. It will also make it possible to implement this new technology across many areas of life, including:
Healthcare: AI can help doctors diagnose diseases more accurately and develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
Transportation: Self-driving cars and intelligent traffic systems can reduce accidents and make transportation more efficient.
Assistive technology: AI-powered devices can assist people with disabilities or mobility issues to perform daily tasks.
Home automation: AI-powered devices can control lights, temperature, and other aspects of the home environment, making it more comfortable and convenient
Smart cities: AI can be used to optimize the use of resources such as energy and water, and to improve public services such as waste management and traffic control.
Finance and customer service: AI can be used to improve the speed and accuracy of financial transactions, and to provide customer service that is faster, more accurate and more efficient.
Research and Development: AI can be used to analyze large data sets in research and develop new products, drugs, and technologies.
As AI continues to improve, we can expect to see even more profound changes in the world. Technology like ChatGPT will become even more accurate and versatile, allowing for even more use cases. However, it's important to remember that AI is still in its infancy and that there are many ethical and societal issues that need to be addressed.
Written by Natalie Mansilla
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