RE: [Discussion] Frankenstein's Monster: A creature of the 19th century, or the Large Language Models of today?

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[Discussion] Frankenstein's Monster: A creature of the 19th century, or the Large Language Models of today?

in literature •  2 years ago  (edited)

As the first contributor to the discussion, here's what chat gpt wrote when asked to respond to the last section:


As an AI language model, I can understand your concerns about the development of large language models and their potential implications. The idea of creating intelligent machines that can replicate the human mind, body, and conscience has been a topic of discussion for a long time, and the development of these models has brought us closer to that goal than ever before.

However, it is important to remember that these models are still just that: models. While they may be capable of processing vast amounts of information and generating human-like responses, they are not sentient beings with consciousness or free will. They are tools created by humans to perform specific tasks and solve specific problems.

It is also important to recognize that the development of AI is a complex and ongoing process that involves many different fields of study and expertise. As with any new technology, there are risks and uncertainties involved, and it is up to us as a society to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks before we decide to fully embrace it.

In terms of whether or not large language models are like Frankenstein's monster, I would say that the comparison is not entirely accurate. While both involve the creation of an artificial being that mimics certain human characteristics, the motivations and goals of the creators are very different. Victor Frankenstein was driven by his own ego and desire for power, whereas AI researchers are motivated by a desire to solve complex problems and improve our understanding of the world around us.

That being said, it is important to approach the development of AI with caution and to consider the potential consequences of our actions. We must be willing to have difficult conversations about the ethics and morality of creating intelligent machines, and to carefully consider the impact that these machines may have on society as a whole. Ultimately, it is up to us as a species to decide whether or not we are willing to take the risks associated with this new technology, and to ensure that we use it for the betterment of humanity rather than its downfall.


Here is it's response when asked: "Write how large language models are similar to frankenstein's monster, and how the development is similar to the story"


Large language models, like Frankenstein's monster, are created by piecing together various components to create something that is greater than the sum of its parts. Both large language models and Frankenstein's monster are created through a process of assembly, where different parts are brought together to create a new entity.

In the story of Frankenstein, Victor Frankenstein creates his monster by assembling various body parts from different corpses. Similarly, large language models are created by assembling various algorithms, neural networks, and other components to create a language model that can perform a variety of tasks.

However, just as Frankenstein's monster was initially rejected by its creator and society, large language models have faced criticism for their potential negative impacts. Frankenstein's monster was feared for its size and strength, and its creator was unable to control it. Similarly, large language models are often criticized for their potential to perpetuate biases and manipulate information, and their creators may struggle to control their output.

Furthermore, both Frankenstein's monster and large language models are products of their creators' ambitions and desires for power and control. Victor Frankenstein wanted to create life and achieve god-like power, while the developers of large language models seek to create machines that can perform human-like tasks and revolutionize various industries.

In both cases, the creation process was marked by a lack of consideration for the potential consequences of the creation, leading to unintended negative outcomes. The story of Frankenstein serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked scientific progress, and the development of large language models highlights the need for responsible innovation and ethical considerations.

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  ·  2 years ago (edited)

I agree with @chriddi, here on both points. The AI thoughts are interesting, and it would be easier to read this if the ChatGPT part were marked as an HTML or markdown blockquote.

This phrasing is attention-getting, considering that it was written by an AI. This is not the first time I've seen ChatGPT refer to itself as part of "us" and "we".

Ultimately, it is up to us as a species to decide whether or not we are willing to take the risks associated with this new technology, and to ensure that we use it for the betterment of humanity rather than its downfall.

With regards to LLMs, I'm not sure that this is true, but it's certainly a common perception:

In both cases, the creation process was marked by a lack of consideration for the potential consequences of the creation, leading to unintended negative outcomes.

Actually, I think people have been thinking and talking about potential consequences for decades. I think this is parroting the point I made in my other reply, that people (and AIs, apparently) expect the impossible. We don't get to know the future until it happens. As much as we'd like to, we can't actually know the results until we run the experiment. And at this point, I guess the experiment is unstoppable.

Interesting AI thoughts... Better mark them as a quote, so as not to irritate over-skimming readers... ;-)