When Coromind asked me to write an article for this edition on the impact of AI technology on our lives, I thought to respond with an example of what AI and ChatGPT, in particular, can do.
So I logged into ChatGPT and told it to: “write an essay on how ChatGPT and similar AI will change our lives, 700 words”.
Here is the essay that ChatGPT responded with.
ChatGPT and other advanced AI technologies have the potential to greatly impact and improve various aspects of our lives.
One major area in which AI can have a significant impact is in the field of healthcare. AI-powered systems can assist doctors and researchers in analyzing large amounts of medical data, such as patient records and clinical trial results, to help identify new treatments and cures for diseases. Additionally, AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants can help with tasks such as scheduling appointments and providing basic medical information to patients.
Another area in which AI can have a positive impact is in the field of education. AI-powered systems can help teachers personalize the learning experience for each student by analyzing data on their performance and providing tailored feedback and recommendations. Additionally, AI-powered virtual tutors and language teachers can provide personalized instruction to students at any time and from any location.
In the field of transportation, AI can be used to improve safety and efficiency. Self-driving cars and trucks, for example, can use AI to navigate roads and make decisions in real-time, reducing the risk of accidents caused by human error. Additionally, AI can be used to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion on roads and highways.
AI can also be used to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of many other industries, such as finance, retail, and manufacturing. For example, AI-powered systems can analyze market data to help investors make more informed decisions, and can be used to optimize supply chain operations and improve the efficiency of manufacturing processes.
AI can also help us in our daily lives, such as helping us to manage our schedule, to make more informed decisions, to translate languages, to make phone calls, to play games, and so on.
However, as with any new technology, there are also potential negative consequences to the increased use of AI. One concern is the potential for job loss as AI systems become increasingly capable of performing tasks that were previously done by humans. Additionally, there are concerns about the potential for AI systems to be used for malicious or unethical purposes, such as in the development of autonomous weapons.
Furthermore, there is a possibility that the increasing use of AI could lead to more inequality and further marginalization of certain groups, such as low-skilled workers. In order to mitigate these negative consequences, it will be important for policymakers and industry leaders to closely monitor the development and deployment of AI systems and to take steps to ensure that they are being used responsibly and ethically.
Overall, ChatGPT and other advanced AI technologies have the potential to greatly improve many aspects of our lives, from healthcare and education to transportation and industry. However, it is important that we also consider the potential negative consequences of these technologies and take steps to mitigate them. With the right approach, we can harness the power of AI to make our lives better for everyone.
Well, for a high school student essay I would give it a pass. But it certainly lacks style or novelty. All that ChatGPT said was entirely predictable without any philosophical depth or interesting lateral connections. However, it is obvious that AI has moved from relatively simple automation tasks to seriously compete with human capabilities or, and this is what frightens me as a teacher, call into question the need to develop these capabilities in the first place. We got used to no longer needing to do calculations in our head because of electronic calculators. Now we may no longer need to learn the art of writing too. And that would seriously trouble me.
To round it off, I asked DALL-E, ChatGPT’s cousin drawing AI to draw a self-portrait of itself … I somehow don’t think it understood the task …
Words by Thomas Everth
Art by Alex Litherland
