Julien Crockett engages in an insightful conversation with Ted Chiang, diving into the realms of perfect language, artificial intelligence, and the ever-evolving trajectory of technology. Chiang, renowned for his adept exploration of complex philosophical questions through masterful storytelling, delves into the essence of humanism in his work. A highlight is his poignant analogy of large language models (LLMs) to a blurry JPEG of the web, illuminating the limitations of these AI systems. Chiang’s critical perspective on technology and the reflective nature of his narratives spark thought-provoking discussions on the impact of AI in the realm of art and human society.
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