5 Generative AI and large language models

This chapter covers

  • Generative artificial intelligence
  • Reflections on human communication and speech
  • The benefits, limitations, and risks of generative AI and large language models such as ChatGPT
  • Differences between human and generative AI

Artificial intelligence has witnessed numerous ups and downs, but the release of ChatGPT represents a pivotal moment in the field of AI for several compelling reasons. First, it signifies a significant leap forward in natural language understanding and generation, demonstrating the remarkable progress AI has made in processing and generating human-like text. ChatGPT’s ability to engage in coherent and contextually relevant conversations with users across a ...

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