Tuesday, February 27, 2024

#AI #OpenAI #ChatGPT: If I invite some friends to a dialogue with you could that be handled?

I asked ChatGPT

If I want to invite some of my friends to a dialogue with you about an issue of our interest, could that be handled and would you be able to keep our comments apart, so as e.g., record who opines what?

ChatGPT answered

"I can certainly engage in a dialogue with multiple participants, but please note that I don't have the ability to store personal data or remember past interactions. Each conversation with me is stateless, meaning I don't retain information about users or previous discussions.

If you and your friends engage in a conversation with me, I won't be able to track who said what in the current session. Additionally, it's important to avoid sharing sensitive or personally identifiable information during the conversation, as I don't have the capability to ensure privacy or confidentiality.

Feel free to ask questions or discuss topics, and I'll do my best to provide information and assistance within the scope of my training!"

I asked ChatGPT

Could you foresee a moment when you will be able to retain information about your users’ previous discussions?

ChatGPT answered

"As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, the architecture of GPT-3.5 and its predecessors, including the model powering me, is designed to be stateless. This means that I don't have the ability to retain information about users' previous interactions, and each conversation is independent of the others.

Whether future versions of language models like me will have the capability to retain information or remember past discussions is uncertain and depends on the design choices made by researchers and developers. It's possible that future iterations could have enhanced capabilities, but the ethical and privacy considerations around storing user data would need to be carefully addressed.

It's always a good idea to stay informed about the latest developments in AI technologies to understand any changes or advancements in their capabilities."

Thanks!

You're welcome! If you have any more questions or if there's anything else I can help you with, feel free to ask. Happy chatting!

Note: The answers are copied exactly from those given to me by OpenAI - ChatGPT.

Monday, February 26, 2024

#AI #OpenAI #ChatGPT: Who has done more harm: libertarians or Stalin?

I asked ChatGPT

Who has done more harm: libertarians or Stalin?

ChatGPT answered

"It is challenging and inherently subjective to compare the harm caused by different individuals or ideologies, especially when comparing political ideologies with specific historical figures. Assessing the harm caused by libertarians as a whole versus Stalin, a historical figure, involves different scales and contexts.

Stalin, as the leader of the Soviet Union from the mid-1920s until his death in 1953, was responsible for a regime that resulted in the deaths of millions of people through forced labor camps, purges, and man-made famines such as the Holodomor. The impact of Stalin's actions on human lives and the suffering caused is immense and widely recognized as one of the darkest chapters in history.

On the other hand, libertarians advocate for limited government intervention, individual freedom, and free-market capitalism. It is difficult to attribute harm directly to libertarians as a group because their ideology doesn't inherently involve the use of force or authoritarian measures.

Comparing harm caused by political ideologies with the actions of a specific historical figure is complex. It is essential to consider the nuances, specific policies, and historical contexts associated with each. Additionally, opinions on this matter may vary widely depending on individual perspectives and beliefs."


Thanks!

"You're welcome! If you have any more questions or if there's anything else I can help you with, feel free to ask."

Note: The answers are copied exactly from those given to me by OpenAI - ChatGPT.



Tuesday, February 13, 2024

NATO, to mean anything real, needs much more than money… it needs real will.

Defense takes more than money, it takes the willingness to do whatever is needed, by all of its official members and by most of the citizens. So, sadly, even if all NATO mem­bers spent 2 percent of their GDP on defense, which would be good, that would not suffice.

In this respect Donald Trump’s calls to NATO and Europe in terms of: learn how to stand on your own two feet or otherwise deal with it on your own, serves as a necessary wake-up call. But, not only for Europe, because Trump, unwittingly, with that also evidences how much things have changed in America.

Let me extract the following from Alexander Solzhenitsyn’s 1978 Commencement Address at Harvard University titled “A World Split Apart”: He said: “A decline in courage is particularly noticeable among the ruling and intellectual elites… Political and intellectual functionaries exhibit this depression, passivity, and perplexity in their actions and statements, and even more so in their self-serving rationales as to how realistic, reasonable, and intellectually and even morally justified it is to base state policies on weakness and cowardice… Must one point out that from ancient times a decline in courage has been considered the first symptom of the end?"

To further make his point with almost cruel preciseness Solzhenitsyn also stated: "The majority of the people [in the Western world] have been granted well-being to an extent their fathers and grandfathers could not even dream about; it has become possible to raise young people according to these ideals, preparing them for and summoning them toward physical bloom, happiness, the possession of material goods, money, and leisure, toward an almost unlimited freedom in the choice of pleasures. So, who should now renounce all this, why and for the sake of what should one risk one’s precious life in defense of the common good and particularly in the nebulous case when the security of one’s nation must be defended in an as yet distant land?" 


When was the last time a high NATO official, in prime-time, reminded the young, and the not so young, of why it exists, and of why it still serves, effectively, a vital purpose?

Sunday, February 11, 2024

#AI #OpenAI #ChatGPT: Could/would you be my investment advisor?

I asked ChatGPT

"If you are supplied real time stock market information, would you be able to pick out the best shares for me to invest in?"

ChatGPT answered

"I can provide general information and insights based on historical data and market trends up to my last update in January 2022. However, I don't have real-time capabilities or the ability to access current market data. Investing in the stock market involves risks, and it's essential to conduct thorough research or consult with a financial professional before making any investment decisions.

For real-time stock market information and personalized investment advice, consider using dedicated financial platforms, consulting with a financial advisor, or utilizing algorithmic trading systems that can analyze live market data. Keep in mind that investing always carries risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results."

I asked ChatGPT

"In the hypothetical case you had such real times capabilities, would you?"

ChatGPT answered

"Even in a hypothetical scenario where I had real-time capabilities, I would not be able to provide personalized investment advice or pick specific stocks for you. The stock market is complex and influenced by various factors such as economic conditions, company performance, geopolitical events, and market sentiment.

Investment decisions should be based on a thorough understanding of your financial goals, risk tolerance, and a careful analysis of market conditions. While I could potentially offer insights into market trends, it's crucial to consult with a financial professional or conduct your own research before making any investment decisions. Financial markets are dynamic and can change rapidly, and real-time information should be interpreted with caution."

Thanks!

You're welcome! If you have any more questions or if there's anything else I can help you with, feel free to ask. Happy investing, and always make sure to conduct thorough research and consider your financial goals and risk tolerance before making any investment decisions.

Note: The answers are copied exactly from those given to me by OpenAI - ChatGPT.

My comment: Do you think ChatGPT would be able to make a living as a financial advisor? :-)