How AI Learned to Talk and What It Means - Prof. Christopher Summerfield
How AI Learned to Talk and What It Means - Prof. Christopher Summerfield

How AI Learned to Talk and What It Means - Prof. Christopher Summerfield

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June 17, 2025 3:24 AM (UTC)
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Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

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[00:00] Superman 3 as Metaphor

[03:02] AI Learns Reality from Words

[08:46] AI Reflects Ancient Philosophy

[12:57] ChatGPT Rubicon Moment

[15:52] Humans vs AI Reasoning Debate

[19:13] Functionalism Supports AI Cognition

[21:42] Shared Brain and AI Computations

[25:05] Reconciling Chomsky and AI Learning

[30:40] Beware Anthropomorphism in AI

[33:15] Thinking Might Be an Illusion

[38:09] Three Key AI Future Concerns

[44:49] AI Complex Systems and Control

[48:40] AI's Social Power and Risks

[51:54] The Faustian Pact of Technology

[53:31] Loss of Authenticity in Society

[56:22] Agency Over Reward in Well-being

[01:00:21] Variable Reinforcement Exploits Humans