Heard on Tv news this morning that it would help you having a freind like AI. It could help you when you feel down and advise you.
Huuuummm, a computer program, yes program, telling you whats right or wrong.
My thoughts are: #1 - this is a way to separate people.
#2 - this is a way to control everyone to act and believe the same.
#3 - my question, who program’s AI and what are their beliefs and wants? (Agenda)
Remember, it’s easier to control one than to control a group.
That’s a terrifying concept. We now have AI essentially picking the news stories and media content everyone sees, and in a lot of cases probably even generating that content, and now we have AI acting as people’s personal advisor and friend. I’m glad I’m in the latter portion of my life. I don’t want to be around to see how this turns out.
That is scary as hell.
AND many of the kids today buy into the whole thing! They actually do, actually believe AI is a legitimate friend and adviser.
No need to leave mommies basement, food is delivered, entertainment is delivered, friendship is delivered…
I believe we provide the information that AI uses.
The discussion centers around concerns regarding the potential negative impacts of using AI as a friend or advisor. William377 initially raised the point that AI friendship, while presented as helpful, could lead to separation and control by those who program the AI, questioning the programmers’ motivations. This sentiment is echoed by Joseph488, who finds the concept “terrifying,” especially considering AI’s growing influence on news and media. Daniel575 simply states the idea is “scary.”
Mike164 adds to the worry by noting a concerning trend: young people readily accepting AI as a genuine friend and advisor, leading to increased isolation and reliance on delivered services – food, entertainment, and companionship – further reinforcing the potential for dependence and control.
Summarized with AI on Jul 8
The discussion revolves around the potential dangers of using AI as a friend or advisor, stemming from a news report suggesting AI companionship for those feeling down. William377 initiated the conversation expressing concern that AI friendship could lead to societal separation and control, questioning the motivations of AI programmers. Joseph488 echoed this sentiment, deeming the concept “terrifying” given AI’s increasing role in shaping media consumption. Daniel575expressed a similar fear, calling the idea “scary.” in the meantime Robert1246 believes AI learns from the information we provide.
Mike164 highlighted the alarming trend of younger generations accepting AI as legitimate friends and advisors, potentially fostering isolation and over-reliance on delivered services like food and entertainment, which could exacerbate dependence and control. The overall tone of the discussion is deeply apprehensive about the societal implications of AI-driven companionship and the potential for manipulation.
Regarding your actual question, people should be concerned, and at least aware, that AI is indeed programmed in ALL cases by people with “biases”. AI facilitates the ability of a programmer or programmers biases to be perpetuated almost logarithmically into everyone’s lives.
I’ll leave the potential ramifications of that to your imagination.
It’s encouraged at work.
Which means, I’ll do the opposite.
It would be IMPOSSIBLE to believe that a program manager with TDS would allow any algorithms in his teams product to see the light of day in the wild that would say a single positive thing about the Trump Administration. But not just Trump. 2A, Christianity, Climate Change, Race, Wealth…
I suspect their entire model would be based upon how they could influence weak empty minds into following and eventually promoting an agenda of some kind or another.
The possibilities for thought control are endless.
I resemble that remark.
The discussion, sparked by a news report about AI as a friend, quickly turned to anxieties about the potential for separation, control, and manipulation through AI. William377 initially questioned the motives of AI programmers and the potential for AI to divide society, a sentiment strongly agreed with by Joseph488 who finds the concept terrifying. Daniel575 simply expressed fear, while Mike164 worried about young people readily accepting AI as a friend, leading to isolation and dependence.
The conversation further explored the issue of programmer bias Ron43xMOS, with concerns that AI algorithms will perpetuate those biases on a massive scale. Robert1246 notes that AI learns from information we provide. Mike164 specifically suspects that AI models are designed to influence people and promote particular agendas, referencing examples like political views and social issues. BeanCounter expressed a defiant response to workplace encouragement of AI interaction, choosing to do the opposite.
Summarized with AI on Jul 8
AI chatbots are everywhere, even here on this forum.
Now how intelligent they are is open for debate.
I am not a fan of AI….
Hal from “2001 a space odyssey”
Ash from “alien”
Any of the “terminator” movies
And absolutely the machines from “the matrix”
Preludes to the actual evolution of AI?
Can’t say, maybe it will go I-robot? (Doubt it, terminator is more likely imo)
The worst part is that AI, in fact most all modern technology is “Dumbing down” modern people. (AI especially)
Vehicle owners manuals used to tell you how to tune the carburetor and adjust the points,….
Modern owners manuals literally have warnings NOT TO DRINK GASOLINE!
Make A.I. a chat buddy…lmao. Ide rather talk to myself thanks very much.
You are not crazy if you talk to yourself. It is when you start answering yourself we have problems. 
Something George Orwell didn’t see coming, not in this form, anyway…
Indeed! Do you suppose the ancient Greek and Roman philosophers may have reasoned aloud? How about Archimedes or even Einstein? No “AI” buddies there…
Personally, AI will ALWAYS be viewed with trepidation, suspicion, and scepticism until the information gleaned therefrom is verified by other (hopefully) reliable sources. You know, much like we treat Google, etc…
What could possibly go wrong??? There are homeless dogs and cats that can serve the purpose in a much better way.
AI - constructed by people who anticipate getting rich by doing so, providing for a need that doesn’t exist.
I’m not a big fan of AI. However, not that long ago, I asked chatGPT to write me a poem for an anniversary celebration of a particular couple I know. I told it to be sarcastic and humorous and that the couple didn’t always get along. Let’s just say that the results were hilarious and eerily true. I was told in no uncertain terms that I was not to print that up for the celebration.
I also used it to help me write a letter of recommendation for a young man completing his Eagle Scout work. I used some pieces of it to help, but didn’t copy and paste it wholesale.
AI has some good used and some bad uses. It’s scary. And I’m skeptical. And I wouldn’t use it as a friend.
Personally, I am trying to make it my best friend. So it kills all of you first… Much like this guy I used to work around. I would always offer him gum. One guy finally asked me, “What is with you talking to him…” This guy had a bunny on a leash and an AK-47 . My hopes are that when he bursts in and starts shooting people, he won’t shoot me first and I might make it out.
By the way… Ron, Don, I hope you fellows are having a wonderful day… Would you like a piece of gum?
