Imagine you are in a meeting with your doctor. You are discussing your recent blood test results and the potential health risks associated with them. Suddenly, your doctor's computer screen flickers and an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot appears on the screen. The chatbot identifies itself as a GPT model and begins to ask questions about your medical history, current symptoms and lifestyle. It then presents a list of recommended actions you can take to improve your health.
While this scenario may seem far-fetched, it is not impossible in the near future. In fact, technology companies are investing heavily in developing chatbots that can mimic human-like conversations and provide intelligent responses. However, as impressive as these chatbots may seem, they are not without their risks.
There is growing concern from experts about the lack of regulation surrounding chatbots that use GPT models. GPT (generative pre-trained transformer) is an artificial intelligence model that can generate human-like texts based on input data. It has revolutionized various industries by providing a more natural and automated way of interacting with customers.
However, GPT models are still in their infancy and there is a risk that they can be used to spread disinformation or manipulate individuals. For example, a GPT model could be trained to provide misleading medical advice, which could have severe health consequences. Similarly, it could also be used to impersonate individuals and spread false information on their behalf. This has already been seen in deep fake videos, which have caused significant harm to individuals and society at large.
In 2019, OpenAI, an AI research lab, developed a GPT2 model that could produce text that was impossible to distinguish from text written by a human. However, they decided not to release the model due to concerns about its potential misuse. The fears were well-founded as the model could be used to generate fake news and spread propaganda.
More recently, in 2021, a fake news article generated by a GPT model went viral on social media. It claimed that the government of Singapore had ordered the mass culling of dogs due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. The false information caused uproar among animal welfare activists, and the Singapore government had to issue a statement to reassure the public that the news was fake.
There is a significant risk that GPT models will be misused if they are not regulated effectively. However, traditional regulatory frameworks may not be suited to the fast-paced nature of the tech industry. This is where nimble regulation comes in.
Nimble regulation refers to a regulatory approach that is flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances. It is particularly relevant to the tech industry, where innovation happens at a breakneck pace. Rather than relying on outdated rules and regulations, nimble regulation aims to keep up with the latest developments and adapt accordingly.
In conclusion, the use of GPT models in chatbots presents both opportunities and risks. While they can provide a more natural and automated way of interacting with customers, there is a risk of disinformation and manipulation. It is therefore important that these models are regulated effectively to minimize these risks. Nimble regulation is particularly relevant to the tech industry, and it is essential that regulatory frameworks keep up with the latest developments to ensure public safety and wellbeing.
References:
1. https://openai.com/blog/better-language-models/
2. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/fake-news-about-dog-culling-in-singapore-goes-viral-on-social-media
3. https://www.ft.com/content/5f9c1bf6-1427-11e8-940e-08320fc2a277
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