P1: If a chatbot can provide a valid point of view on any subject, expressed politely and in clear English, it would be a massive improvement on some of the posting on this forum. Who cares if someone uses a chatbot - they will still stand or fall on the contents of the post.
P2: AI-phobia is a thing
OAIC: Yes, AI-phobia is a real phenomenon. It refers to the fear or anxiety people may have towards artificial intelligence and its increasing presence and impact in our lives. Some people may be concerned about job displacement, privacy issues, and the potential for AI to harm human beings. AI-phobia can also stem from a lack of understanding about how AI works and its potential benefits. It is important for individuals and society to educate themselves about AI and its implications, and to engage in meaningful discussions about how to ensure that AI is developed and used in ways that are safe and ethical.
P2: One such example of AIP - “Personally, I think it’s offensive to introduce such into any conversation between humans. I have little interest in engaging with anyone who would stoop to such antics.”
OAIC: The example you provided is a statement expressing opposition to the use of AI in human-to-human communication. The speaker finds it offensive and feels that using AI in such a way is a form of low-brow behavior. They express a lack of interest in engaging with anyone who employs AI in this way, indicating their preference for human-to-human interactions. This perspective reflects the idea that some people may have concerns about the use of AI in interpersonal communication, including questions about the authenticity and meaning of the interactions, as well as the potential for AI to undermine human relationships.
P2: Concerns such as:
"Chatbotting gives your conversations a boost when you need it. It is like Popeye’s can of spinach. It gives you an unfair advantage over your protagonist.
It is like a chess player using a chess engine to play a game of chess, or a card player using a marked deck of cards.
How many serial posters, out to score points, would admit to being assisted by a chatbot?"
OAIC: The concerns expressed in the quote are related to the ethical implications of using AI in communication, particularly in the context of online forums or chats. The author compares using a chatbot to using performance-enhancing tools in other forms of competition, such as a chess engine in a chess game or marked cards in a card game. The comparison suggests that the use of AI in communication can give the user an unfair advantage over their opponents or partners in conversation.
Additionally, the author raises the question of transparency, asking how many people would admit to being assisted by a chatbot, suggesting that there may be a lack of disclosure or transparency about the use of AI in communication. This could lead to a sense of mistrust or suspicion about the authenticity of the interactions and the motivations of the people involved. These concerns highlight the importance of responsible and ethical use of AI in communication and the need for transparency and accountability in online interactions.
P2: It is as if AIP involves the fear of having one’s intellect challenged by a machine…robbing the ones who have succeeded thus far in out-playing the less intelligent.
Yet, who thinks twice about someone with artificial legs beating someone with non-artificial legs.
Isn’t it better to celebrate? Why be AI-phobic? It is as logical as being homophobic…which is not that logical at all.
OAIC: The author of this statement is making a comparison between AI-phobia and homophobia, suggesting that both fears are illogical and should be overcome. The author argues that just as people with artificial legs should not be discriminated against for their use of technology to enhance their physical abilities, people who use AI in communication or other areas should not be discriminated against or criticized for doing so.
The author also suggests that AI-phobia may stem from a fear of having one’s intellect challenged by a machine, and that this fear may be driven by a desire to maintain a sense of superiority or control over others. However, the author argues that it is better to celebrate the benefits of AI and its use, rather than be fearful or discriminatory towards it.
This perspective highlights the importance of embracing new technologies and recognizing the potential benefits they can bring, rather than being afraid or resistant to change. It also touches on the broader issue of prejudice and discrimination, and the need for individuals and society to overcome their fears and biases in order to move forward and embrace new opportunities.
P2: Please write a limerick based on AI-Phobia
OAIC: There once was a group quite AI-phobic,
Their fear was quite illogical and dramatic,
But then they did see,
That AI’s not just me,
It’s a tool that can be quite fantastic!