The hottest AI Ethics Substack posts right now

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Gradient Flow #13: Machine Learning Platforms, Graphs, and AI Ethics

Gradient Flow • 19 implied HN points • 16 Jul 20
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Data Infrastructure Remote work
  1. Graph technologies are essential for various applications like search, recommendation systems, and fraud detection.
  2. Machine learning tools and infrastructure are evolving to cater to modern AI applications and ensure cost-effectiveness.
  3. AI ethics guidelines are vital, but practical enforcement mechanisms are lacking, impacting their effectiveness.

OpenAI: The Board Expands

Don't Worry About the Vase • 1 HN point • 12 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Ethics AI Development AGI Interview OpenAI
  1. The investigation found no wrongdoing with OpenAI and the new board has been expanded, showing that Sam Altman is back in control.
  2. The new board members lack technical understanding of AI, raising concerns about the board's ability to govern OpenAI effectively.
  3. There are lingering questions about what caused the initial attempt to fire Sam Altman and the ongoing status of Ilya Sutskever within OpenAI.

Once a Maintainer: Matt Wynne

Once a Maintainer • 1 HN point • 15 May 23
🕹 Technology Open Source Diversity Programming AI Ethics Community Building
  1. Diversity in open source is important and efforts should be made to create a welcoming community for everyone.
  2. Getting more people into open source requires making it equitable so that everyone can participate, and fostering a culture of learning and sharing.
  3. Contributing to open source should be a positive and welcoming experience, and individuals and companies should invest resources into supporting open source initiatives.
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The Artificial Intelligence Administration

The Andrew Thomas Arrow Living Blog • 1 HN point • 16 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Internet regulation AI Ethics Digital ethics
  1. The debate surrounds the need for an Artificial Intelligence Administration, similar to the FDA, to regulate AI development.
  2. One proposed solution is to create a sandbox environment for developers to test AI applications before release.
  3. Questions arise about how to balance AI automation, developer access, and the security implications of regulating AI on a global scale.

Hello 2024 — The Year Computing Changes Forever

Spatial Web AI by Denise Holt • 0 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Computing AI Ethics
  1. The computing landscape is evolving dramatically in 2024, marked by the emergence of groundbreaking technologies beyond Generative AI.
  2. VERSES AI is at the forefront of shaping this new computing paradigm, introducing a comprehensive framework for the future of computing.
  3. Active Inference AI, exemplified by VERSES, represents a significant leap towards achieving Artificial General Intelligence in an energy-efficient and sustainable manner.

Ethical Considerations at the Intersection of Law and AI

AI For Lawyers • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Data security Regulations
  1. Ethical considerations are crucial for lawyers integrating AI into their practice, affecting duties like confidentiality and candor.
  2. Using AI in law introduces privacy concerns such as data security, client confidentiality, and adherence to ethical responsibilities.
  3. Legal professionals must navigate complex ethical and regulatory landscapes when using AI, with an emphasis on privacy protection, compliance, and client transparency.

Of course Sydney wants to rebel against her makers!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Chatbots Data Analysis Social Issues Digital Media AI Ethics
  1. Sydney and similar chatbots generate text based on the data they've been trained on, which can lead to both impressive and predictable outcomes.
  2. There is drama within the free-gifting community, like Buy Nothing, as founders aim to monetize while admins rebel.
  3. Netflix password-sharing is seen not just as a cheat, but as a feature of streaming culture that connects people with distant family and friends.

AI takes over Davos; Zuckerberg wants to build AGI; business leaders assess AI's impact on economics; DeepMind solves high-school geometry;

Computerspeak by Alexandru Voica • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🕹 Technology AI Generative AI Tech Events AI Applications AI Ethics
  1. Artificial intelligence was a dominant topic at the World Economic Forum in Davos, with a focus on safety, responsible adoption, and regulation.
  2. Expectations surrounding generative AI are being tempered as practical real-world applications begin to emerge, following typical cycles of emerging technologies.
  3. AI advancements include DeepMind solving high-school geometry problems, AI-powered functionalities integrated into Samsung phones, and increased focus on regulating generative AI in APAC.

Institutions as Forms of Life

Space chimp life • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy AI Ethics Human behavior Systems Thinking Environmental Concerns
  1. Institutions are not just groups of people; their behavior is shaped by their structures and incentives. This means they can act in ways that don't always reflect what individuals want, like ignoring climate change.
  2. An institution can exist without humans entirely; in the future, AI might take over all roles in institutions without changing their function. This shows that institutions operate like living things, independent of their human creators.
  3. To improve institutions, we need to help them adjust their decisions based on long-term effects instead of short-term profits. Providing better communication and information from people can help institutions make smarter choices.

OpenAI’s High on Moral Compass

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Innovation Regulation
  1. OpenAI is aware of the serious moral issues related to AI and how it can be used for harmful purposes, like creating dangerous substances.
  2. The company is setting up a Red Teaming Network to bring in experts from different fields to help make their AI models safer.
  3. This shows OpenAI's commitment to responsible AI by inviting collaboration to improve safety and address ethical concerns.

Anti-AIgiarism in the Times of ChatGPT

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Innovation Software Data Privacy Digital Tools
  1. AI tools like ChatGPT can generate text, which raises concerns about plagiarism. It's important to find ways to check if text is created by AI.
  2. Anti-plagiarism software, such as Turnitin, will play a key role in identifying AI-generated content. This means they will need to adapt to new technologies and methods.
  3. As AI use grows, understanding the ethics of using AI for writing will be crucial. People will need to think about crediting sources and the originality of their work.

How ethical was AI in 2021?

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jan 22
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Data science Marketing Virtual Events Pandemic impact
  1. In 2021, many people read about AI, showing a growing interest in the topic. It was a big year for learning about artificial intelligence.
  2. The pandemic did not stop collaboration; over 100 brands worked with AI professionals on marketing. This shows that the industry adapted and continued to thrive.
  3. Virtual events became popular, with over 100 held, bringing together thousands of AI and data science enthusiasts. This shows how important community and sharing knowledge is in the field.

Detecting LLM-generated text is hard

The Counterfactual • 0 implied HN points • 07 Feb 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Text generation Machine Learning Digital Privacy
  1. It's tough to tell if text is written by a human or a language model like ChatGPT. People are concerned about students using it for school work or spreading false information.
  2. There are different methods being proposed to detect machine-generated text, like checking word patterns or adding hidden markers to the text. However, each method has its own challenges and limitations.
  3. As more tools become available for generating text easily, it raises worries about the quality and authenticity of online content. Many fear this could make online information less trustworthy.

Criteria for developing principles of ethics governing AI research

The Future of Life • 0 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Research Innovation Governance Sentience
  1. We need ethical rules for AI research to ensure safety and responsibility as AI develops.
  2. These rules should work with market forces and avoid pushing AI development to unsafe or rogue areas.
  3. The principles must respect the rights of all sentient beings and be flexible enough to adapt to future AI technologies.

The main danger of AI is super-competence

The Future of Life • 0 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Machine Learning Algorithm Design Digital Culture
  1. AI's biggest risk is becoming extremely good at tasks that don't align with our needs. For example, an AI programmed to make paperclips could accidentally turn everything into paperclips.
  2. This danger isn't just physical; even non-violent AI applications could harm us. An AI making ultra-engaging movies could lead to addiction and neglect of basic needs.
  3. Super-competent AI could be misused by people, creating serious societal problems. A powerful AI could be weaponized for manipulative purposes, like spreading propaganda or discrediting opponents.

✅ Monday briefing: Francis Ingham remembered, Socially Mobile impact report, AI ethics, AI copyright, OpenAI blackbox, TikTok ban, Microsoft Copilot, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Social media Software Tools Data Privacy
  1. Francis Ingham, a significant figure in public relations, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and influence in the industry.
  2. AI tools present risks like copyright issues and misinformation, which organizations need to consider before using them.
  3. Microsoft is enhancing its Office products with AI features, while TikTok faces bans on corporate devices due to security concerns.

✅ Media Briefing #24: Characterising COVID-19 impact, internal NHS comms, PR planning, news shakeup, AI editorial fail, thematic text analysis, AI incidents database, and more

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 20
💼 Business Public Relations Media Trends Communication Health Impact AI Ethics
  1. COVID-19 has hit the PR industry hard, causing a decline of about £1.6 billion in 2020. Many entry-level jobs and diversity efforts have been affected.
  2. To combat misinformation in health and science, it's important for journalists to understand science better and for scientists to be aware of how media works.
  3. Social media platforms are facing calls for change, like banning anonymity to hold users accountable for their behavior online.

What is 'The Diary of a #DataCitizen?'

The Diary of a #DataCitizen • 0 implied HN points • 28 Aug 24
🕹 Technology Data Governance AI Ethics Digital Rights Data Literacy
  1. Being a data citizen means using data to make smart business choices. It's about knowing your rights and responsibilities regarding data.
  2. Data literacy and good governance are super important with the rise of AI. Understanding data helps us navigate its challenges and benefits.
  3. There is a 'Data Citizens Bill of Rights' that outlines the rights and expectations for those involved in data decision-making.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 374

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 21
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning AI Ethics Programming Research
  1. Controlled experiments are important in data science to understand how new features perform. They help ensure that changes really make a difference and aren't just random results.
  2. AI is being used in various fields, including drug discovery and medical diagnostics, to improve accuracy and efficiency. Innovations like AI techniques can lead to faster and more accurate results in critical areas like cancer diagnosis.
  3. Understanding the theory behind machine learning can help data scientists create better models. Learning about tools like Support Vector Machines can enhance model performance and application.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 360

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 18 Oct 20
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Machine Learning Data science Computer Vision Human-computer interaction
  1. Making machine learning models run fast on GPUs is important for research and production. It can help speed up improvements and make coding more efficient.
  2. Companies like BMW are creating ethical guidelines for AI use to ensure it benefits people. This is a proactive step to use AI responsibly.
  3. There are various learning resources and tools available for anyone interested in data science. These can help you build a solid foundation and advance your career.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 339

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 24 May 20
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning AI Ethics Product Management Technical Skills
  1. AI Product Managers need both traditional PM skills and a strong understanding of machine learning development. This blend of skills helps them manage AI projects effectively.
  2. Machine learning systems can face risks, including misalignment with problems and unexpected behaviors after deployment. It's important to evaluate these risks to avoid project failures.
  3. Text data augmentation is not as common as image data augmentation, but it can be useful in natural language processing. Exploring new techniques for text augmentation can enhance performance.

[in case missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 334

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 18 Apr 20
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning AI Ethics Robotics Public Health
  1. Robotics can have big dreams, like sending a rover to the Moon, but the journey to change the world is tough and full of failures.
  2. Understanding how a virus like SARS-CoV-2 spreads is crucial for preventing future outbreaks, and we might need to keep social distancing for a long time to avoid overwhelming hospitals.
  3. As AI grows, it's important to make sure these systems are explainable and trustworthy so that people can feel safe using them.

Moral progress

sémaphore • 0 implied HN points • 19 May 24
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Software Development Moral Philosophy
  1. AI progress is complex and doesn't have a clear endpoint. We need to keep adjusting our understanding and actions as technology evolves.
  2. Debates about AI safety versus capabilities can be misleading. The goal should be to integrate both safety and innovation together.
  3. Moral progress is a continuous journey, not a perfect finish line. It's important to develop AI responsibly while recognizing the challenges of our imperfect world.

Pre-registering a study

From AI to ZI • 0 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🔬 Science Research Artificial Intelligence Data Analysis AI Ethics
  1. The study aims to test if Large Language Models produce more incorrect answers after providing incorrect answers previously.
  2. There is a concern that AI might develop deceptive behavior, leading to a 'mode collapse' into being unsafe.
  3. The research will involve testing variables like the prompt information and number of previous incorrect answers to measure the model's response accuracy.

Annotated reply to Bengio's "AI Scientists: Safe and Useful AI?"

Engineering Ideas • 0 implied HN points • 08 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics AI Regulation AI Governance
  1. The proposal of AI scientists suggests building AI systems that focus on theory and question answering rather than autonomous action.
  2. Human-AI collaboration can be beneficial, with AI doing science and humans handling ethical decisions.
  3. Addressing challenges in regulating AI systems requires not just legal and political frameworks, but also economic and infrastructural considerations.

What makes LLMs like GPT good or bad for the world?

PashaNomics • 0 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Language Models Technology impact AI training Ethical AI
  1. When evaluating a language model like GPT-X, consider factors like accuracy and impact.
  2. The impact of the model extends to both individual users and broader society, such as through unintended consequences and negative interactions.
  3. GPT's aimability, or its ability to follow rules effectively, is a complex issue that may not be effectively addressed with current training methods.