Artificial Intelligence

Introduction

Artificial intelligence has been both feared and embraced as an essential component of technology.

While some have worried that AI could eventually lead to the extinction of humanity, others have been fascinated by the possibilities it presents.

AI Chatbots

In 2023, there have been exciting developments in the field of AI, including the launch of conversational AI models such as ChatGPT by OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot and Gemini. These tools can generate plausible-sounding yet precise answers to a wide range of questions.

In fact, ChatGPT may pass law school, medical school, or MBA exam.
However, the rise of AI also raises concerns about job displacement and the potential for cheating in education.

While ChatGPT offers impressive capabilities, it will not replace Google Search, because

Life is complicated and conflicting in nature, saturated with grey areas.
Humans like to hear a second opinion.
Since ChatGPT was trained on a diverse range of text data (with no accuracy check in place), the answers from ChatGPT are not perfect and should not be relied on as the sole source of information.

ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Gemini

Although ChatGPT by OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot and Gemini by Google are all large language models that are trained on a massive dataset of text and code and answers your questions in an informative way, each performs differently.

ChatGPT by OpenAI

Strengths

Free and unlimited access to the ChatGPT-3.5 model.
Can generate creative text formats of various kinds.
Learns from prior conversations, allowing for a more personalized experience.

Weaknesses

The free version has limited access to advanced features like data analysis, file uploads, computer vision, web browsing, and the GPT-4o model.
After reaching the GPT-4o limit (typically 15 messages every 3 hours, or even less during peak usage), the chat session reverts to the GPT-3.5 model, which is trained on data up to September 2021.
Responses can be verbose (wordy).

Microsoft Copilot (previously known as "Bing Chat")

Strengths

While based on GPT-4, it provides more precise information compared to ChatGPT.
Supports conversations through text, voice, and images.
Information is often linked to relevant websites, enhancing context (i.e. web grounding).
Integrates with the DALL-E 3 AI for image creation.

Weaknesses

Each conversation is now restricted to only five responses.
A daily limit of 15 images applies for image creation.

Gemini by Google (previously known as "Google Bard")

Strengths

Provides users with up to three different draft responses for each prompt, allowing for selection or adaptation.
Interacts with information stored within your Gmail, Docs, and Drive for a more personalized experience.
While not on par with Microsoft Copilot, Gemini can still generate images.
Can be helpful in summarizing and extracting key points from information.
Offers suggestions to enhance your writing, potentially improving clarity and flow.

Weaknesses

Advanced features of Gemini may be restricted to a paid plan.
Information access currently does not integrate directly with external websites.
Google Actively uses your conversation data for AI training, arising privacy concern.

In summary, AI chat is a powerful language tool, capable of rewriting content based on its training data. However, it lacks true intelligence and critical thinking skills.

In other words, across all platforms, answers can be incorrect despite sound logical and professional.
Also, the limitations of the free version may change over time.

Far Beyond Chatbots

Tech giants from Adobe to Apple are locked in a fierce competition to become the world leader in artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to deliver next-level products and services.

We are already seeing AI's impact across various industries:

Banking: AI analyses user spending habits to detect potential fraud by identifying unusual patterns.
E-commerce: Online stores like Amazon leverage AI to suggest products based on past purchases and searches, personalizing the shopping experience.
Navigation: Advanced algorithms process real-time traffic data, weather conditions, and historical patterns to provide accurate and timely route suggestions in navigation systems like Google Maps.
Security: Facial recognition technology, even through masks, offers enhanced security solutions.
Writing Assistance: AI helps improve writing by suggesting improvements in grammar, flow, style, and clarity. It can even assist with automatic writing or creating presentations.
Automotive Safety: AI plays a crucial role in car safety features, utilizing sensors and cameras to prevent crashes. Importantly, it's paving the way for self-driving cars.
Healthcare: AI is revolutionizing healthcare by assisting with diagnoses through medical image analysis and blood results, and even personalizing treatment plans.
Media Manipulation: AI can seamlessly remove or manipulate objects in pictures or videos, or even enhance image clarity, impacting fields like photo editing and special effects.
Music: AI algorithms can analyse existing music and compose original pieces in various styles.
Visual Arts: AI-powered tools allow artists to explore new creative possibilities. For example, text-to-image generators can create unique visuals based on user descriptions.

Her

There is much debate about whether humans can develop an emotional connection with artificial intelligence. While it may seem unlikely at first, it is possible that AI could eventually become sophisticated enough to understand our feelings and interact with us on a personal level.

In today's world, many people feel isolated and lacking in social support. AI could provide a listening ear and a sense of companionship by attentively listening our rants each day and providing daily motivation.
With their constant availability, they can always be there for us whenever needed.

Summary

The world is changing rapidly.

To stay ahead of the curve, we should actively embrace artificial intelligence and its potential.

Personally, I have leveraged AI chatbots to enhance the grammar and flow of my articles.

However, it is crucial to remember that these tools primarily remix existing information and lack the capacity to generate truly original ideas or concepts.
They frequently produce responses that sound reasonable, but their accuracy has not been verified.

Plus, another significant concern with artificial intelligence is its increasing demand for water and electricity.

For example, OpenAI's ChatGPT consumes 500 ml of water for every 5 to 50 prompts it answers.
Also, OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, faces the risk of bankruptcy due to high operating costs, including expensive staffing, server rentals, and AI model training. The company's revenue model may be insufficient to sustain these expenses.

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