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AI transforms
Generated with AI: Model telling using edge-detection (not sure it did, but still), followed by another generation: With no intermediary prompt. How computer vision algorithms “see” the world:
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Inference
Noun. 1.a. 1593– The action or process of inferring; the drawing of a conclusion from known or assumed facts or statements; esp. in Logic, the forming of a conclusion from data or premisses, either by inductive or deductive methods; reasoning from something known or assumed to something else which follows from it; = illation n.…
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Are language models intelligent?
Whether language is necessary for intelligence remains a longstanding question in the philosophy of language. Every field of research—from neuroscience to psychology, linguistics, and computer science—has its own perspective on this issue.One important point to consider: Language isn’t always used in problem solving: finding your directions, solving a math problem or a puzzle, adapting your…
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Using critical thinking against online deception
A few words on fake news and online deception countermeasures. We consume information all the time. Social media platforms like X (ex-Twitter) have become essential channels for information dissemination. However, they also pose significant challenges in terms of verifying the authenticity of the content shared. Deception in social media can take many forms, from fake…
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Narrative attacks on the web
A few pointers for you to become familiar with the concept of psychological attacks using Internet technologies. Narrative attacks are strategic efforts to manipulate public perception by spreading false or misleading information about individuals, organizations, or ideas. These attacks aim to create a negative narrative that can significantly influence opinions and behaviors. By exploiting existing biases and…