Global Enlightenment Community’s Member Tom Kehler discuss the third generation of AI: Concerns and Possible Solutions for Large Language Models

by Editor | May 21, 2023 | News

Tom Kehler is a pioneer in AI at Silicon Valley, the chief scientist for CrowdSmart.ai, a start-up that utilizes AI in assisting decision-making and recommendations. A member of the Global Enlightenment Community, he spoke about the third generation of AI to AI and Faith. Global Enlightenment Mountain, a new model of Silicon Valley, connecting US, Japan, India, Europe, supports and coordinates this concept.

The full interview can be read here: https://aiandfaith.org/featured-interview-dr-tom-kehler/

Schwarting: The rapid innovation in the space of large language models seems to correlate with troubling cutbacks in AI ethics teams at large companies like Twitter and Microsoft. What are your thoughts on our ethical understanding of ChatGPT and its ramifications?

Kehler: I discussed this a bit in my interview with Christianity Today. I believe that, for the first time in history, we have taken misinformation generated by second-generation AI and have put it on steroids. It is now possible with ChatGPT to create massive amounts of misinformation that sounds extremely intelligent, which is dangerous. An important facet of the issue is dealing with data provenance, and academic publishing is a great analogy. Google’s idea for PageRank stemmed from the mathematics of citation research¹¹. An eigenvalue problem drove the rankings. At CrowdSmart, we use a similar approach with the ideas of a group, with each idea retaining its provenance. I believe that retaining data provenance is critical to the future of AI. OpenAI relies on a whack-a-mole strategy, where any mistakes must be corrected over and over. Furthermore, if an LLM gave a wrong answer, who ought to be held accountable? If you query ChatGPT on its trustworthiness, it will say it is not trustworthy. From a legal perspective, if we are going to regulate one thing, let us require that the model can provide data provenance mapping to an accountable source.

Schwarting: There are many technical hurdles to providing accurate and reliable data provenance in generative models. Do you think that reliable data provenance has a hope of being taken on, both legally and technically?

Kehler: I think it has a very simple fix; namely, building a better training set. We have been lax about constructing a training set, and instead just scrape everything. Some have proposed watermarks ¹²to trace sources, but I believe more innovations will occur in this space. Historically, we have a process in human society where we speak to logic and evidence. Furthermore, there is nothing in faith that does not point to evidence for the reason for that belief. Faith has a somewhat Bayesian quality. For example, we have hope because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and if that is not true then we do not have hope. Hope is predicated on a verifiable piece of evidence: the large set of people who witnessed the resurrection. It is fundamental to society that we have a sense of the truth value of the information that we are building from.

Tom Kehler speaks at the BGF High-level Conference, April 26, 2023

Launching the Global Internet Governance, Digital Empowerment and Security Alliance (GLIDES) in C20 Summit at Coimbatore, India

by Editor | May 14, 2023 | News

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) empower people on the ground. However, there are few initiatives that bring CSOs together to voice their thoughts and best practices.

Objective: Create an alliance of CSOs from across the world as part of Civil20 that enables an inclusive, open, non-discriminatory, and fair digital society through collective efforts. This alliance will organize monthly meetings, workshops, training programs, seminars & deliberations on various current and emerging topics, as well as provide a platform for CSOs to run activities such as sharing “replicable” best practices and success stories. This alliance was launched during the Civil20 (C20) summit on Technology & Security for One World scheduled at Coimbatore, India, on 12, 13 & 14 May 2023: https://tech4world.org/initiatives/glides

Boston Global Forum CEO Nguyen Anh Tuan highlighted in his special address at the Civil 20 Technology and Security for One World Summit:

“It is heartening to see the establishment of the Global Internet Governance, Digital Empowerment and Security Alliance (GLIDES), which BGF fully supports as a Charter Member.

GLIDES, as an alliance of social organizations, will play a crucial role in connecting and harnessing the strength of humanity. By promoting unity and empowering citizens, it will contribute to creating a better world in the age of AI, guided by the principles of the AIWS model. The establishment of this alliance is not only essential but timely.

BGF, the Global Enlightenment Community, and GLIDES will collaborate on implementing action programs to navigate the AI age successfully. The Global Enlightenment Education Program aims to educate and equip citizens with knowledge and understanding to thrive in the AI-driven world. Simultaneously, the Global Enlightenment Leadership Program focuses on developing ethical and visionary leaders.

The GE Community, BGF, and GADG will serve as bridges for dialogue, control, and governance of AI. They will facilitate a global dialogue environment among civil society organizations, businesses, and governments to address challenges and risks associated with AI. Additionally, these entities will champion ethical AI innovation and explore new avenues of development for humanity, from improving democratic mechanisms to economic innovation.”

Nguyen Anh Tuan: a concept in allying civic society organizations to create data and AI economy for every citizen

by Editor | May 14, 2023 | News

Boston Global Forum CEO Nguyen Anh Tuan presented the special address

Global Enlightenment Community: From Words to Actions – The Urgency for Government and Civic Action at the “Technology and Security for One World” Summit May 12-14, 2023. He presented an idea in allying social society organizations in building data and AI economy for every citizen:

We will establish a technology-driven economic market across the United States, Japan, India, Europe, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Israel, ASEAN, and beyond. Our goal is to connect with all countries and citizens who uphold and implement the standards set forth in the Social Contract for the AI Age. Through this alliance, we will leverage the power of the market and democracy to protect values, standards, and the dignity of individuals worldwide.

While our focus initially lies on implementing these initiatives in advanced countries, we acknowledge the importance of extending our efforts to developing nations in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The ultimate vision is to establish the Age of Global Enlightenment, turning the AIWS model into a tangible reality. This path of governance, guided by responsible humans and propelled by the right goals and a beautiful model, shows the synthesis between human ingenuity and new technologies.

Let GADG, the Global Enlightenment Community, and GLIDES consolidate and unite to carry out these actions.

This market system, with the GEM platform at its core, will empower citizens and protect their dignity against the influence of undemocratic institutions.

Our dedication to building a united force of citizens does not stop at the aforementioned regions. We also deeply care about the countries in Africa and the Middle East, recognizing their immense potential for growth and development. While we focus on implementing our initiatives in advanced nations first, we are committed to extending our support and collaboration to these developing countries. By fostering partnerships and providing the necessary resources, we aim to empower their citizens and ensure they are not left behind in the journey towards the Age of Global Enlightenment.

To achieve our collective vision, we need to leverage our knowledge, optimize our strategies, and take reasonable actions based on the best available information. It is through alliances and connections among progressive resources that we can create a powerful and unified voice—one that resonates with democratic citizens around the world. Together, we can help every individual become an educated and democratic global citizen, capable of innovating and shaping the future of our global society.

The Global Alliance for Digital Governance (GADG) and the Global Internet Governance, Digital Empowerment and Security Alliance (GLIDES) will play crucial roles in coordinating these resources. They will serve as the driving force behind comprehensive human progress, ensuring that the power of AI is harnessed for good and that humanity remains in control of its own destiny.

Let us remember that the market is not merely a tool for economic exchange but a force that can shape societies. By harnessing the power of the market and aligning it with our shared values and standards, we can protect the dignity and worth of every individual. This alliance of citizens in the United States, Europe, India, Japan, Australia, Canada, South Korea, ASEAN, Brazil, and beyond will stand as a testament to our commitment to building a fair, just, and prosperous global society.

Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan presents the special address online

BGF recognizes the Boston Globe 50 Most Influential Leaders in New England Technology as Global Enlightenment Community Members

by Editor | May 14, 2023 | News

The Boston Global Forum (BGF) is delighted to announce that the Boston Globe 50 Most Influential Leaders in New England Technology have been recognized as esteemed members of the Global Enlightenment Community. This distinction underscores the significant contributions made by these leaders in advancing technology and fostering innovation within New England and across the globe. Their visionary thinking, entrepreneurial drive, and unwavering commitment have not only propelled the growth of the local technology ecosystem but have also had a profound global impact and contribution to build the Age of Global Enlightenment. As members of the Global Enlightenment Community, the community established in Boston by Governor Michael Dukakis, they join an esteemed group of individuals dedicated to shaping the future of technology, promoting collaboration, and driving positive change for the betterment of the world toward an Age of Global Enlightenment. This recognition serves as a testament to their exceptional leadership and influence in the technology sector, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to them on this well-deserved honor.

https://bostontechleaders2023.bostonglobe.com/

Daniela Rus, Director of MIT CSAIL

Steve Fredette is president and cofounder of Toast

Harvard Professor David Silbersweig recommends topics to discuss about AI Governance at GEM

by Editor | May 7, 2023 | News

From the conference, Harvard Medical School professor David Silbersweig and Global Enlightenment Mountain (GEM) will recommend topics from media about AI governance and innovation to discuss.

This week:

The New York Times: What exactly are the dangers posed by AI?

Short-term risk: Disinformation

Medium-term risk: Job loss

Long-term risk: Loss of control

AI IS ABOUT TO MAKE SOCIAL MEDIA (MUCH) MORE TOXIC

We must prepare now, By Jon Haidt, Professor at NYU-Stern and Eric Schmidt

AI Will Soon Make Social Media Much More Harmful to Liberal Democracy, and to Children

1) AI-enhanced social media will wash ever-larger torrents of garbage into our public conversation.

2) Personalized super-influencers will make it much easier for companies, criminals, and foreign agents to influence us to do their bidding via social media platforms. 

3) AI will make social media much more addictive for children, thereby accelerating the ongoing teen mental illness epidemic. 

4) AI will change social media in ways that strengthen authoritarian regimes (particularly China) and weaken liberal democracies, particularly polarized ones, such as the USA. 

Five reforms aimed mostly at increasing everyone’s ability to trust the people, algorithms, and content they encounter online:

1. Authenticate all users, including bots
2. Mark AI-generated audio and visual content
3. Require data transparency with users, government officials, and researchers
4. Clarify that platforms can sometimes be liable for the choices they make and the content they promote
5. Raise the age of “internet adulthood” to 16 and enforce it

On Streamlife.com: Generative AI: The End of Human Creativity or the New Renaissance?

https://streamlife.com/technology/generative-ai-the-end-of-human-creativity-or-the-new-renaissance/

Global Enlightenment Mountain (GEM) encourage people to contribute comments and solutions from these articles. We see it is as a part of Global Enlightenment Mountain Policy.

Harvard Professor David Silbersweig