IBM VP: Language Models Lack Understanding, Current AI Risks Overlooked
Summary
IBM VP David Cox warns that while language models appear intelligent, they lack true understanding, and the real risks of current AI systems are being overlooked amidst the hype around artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Key Points
- IBM VP David Cox discusses the differences between biological brains and artificial neural networks in pursuit of AGI
- Cox argues that language models create an illusion of intelligence but lack true understanding
- He believes focusing too much on AGI is a distraction from the real-world impacts and risks of current AI systems