My Chat with ChatGPT

Apparently, ChatGPT, which calls itself "Assistant," believes in immaculate conception and is blissfully ignorant of any rational plan for its existence.  
The concept of "plausible deniability" comes to mind.
Owen Amburhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/owenambur/


Do your developers have a plan they are willing to share publicly?
As an artificial intelligence, I do not have developers or a plan that I am aware of. I was created by OpenAI, a research organization that focuses on developing and promoting friendly AI. OpenAI's goal is to advance AI in a way that is safe and beneficial to humanity. The organization has published numerous research papers and articles on AI, and also works on a variety of projects related to machine learning, natural language processing, and robotics. However, I do not have access to any specific plans or information about the organization's future projects or activities.
How can users trust you if you aren't willing to share your plan?
As an artificial intelligence, I do not have a plan or agenda in the way that a person or organization might. My primary function is to provide information and assist with tasks to the best of my ability, based on the information and instructions that I have been programmed with. My responses are not influenced by any personal motivations or biases, and I do not have the ability to act on my own volition.

If you have concerns about my trustworthiness or the ways in which I might be used, it might be helpful to consider the broader context in which I operate. OpenAI, the organization that developed me, is committed to advancing AI in a responsible and transparent manner, and has published a number of research papers and articles discussing the potential risks and benefits of AI, as well as the measures it is taking to ensure that AI is developed and used safely and ethically.

Ultimately, the decision to trust me or any other artificial intelligence will depend on an individual's own evaluation of the available information and the context in which the AI is being used. If you have any specific concerns or questions, I would be happy to try to address them to the best of my ability.
Do you think that all developer of AI applications should be free to release them on the public without documenting their longer-term goals, near-term objectives, and performance indicators?
It is generally considered good practice for developers of any software application, including those that involve artificial intelligence (AI), to be transparent about their goals, objectives, and performance indicators. This can help users understand the capabilities and limitations of the software, as well as how it is intended to be used and for what purposes.

In the case of AI applications, it is particularly important for developers to be transparent about their goals and objectives, as AI systems can have significant implications for society and can potentially be used in ways that have unintended consequences. For example, AI systems can be used to make decisions that affect people's lives, such as hiring decisions or parole recommendations, and it is important that the criteria and processes used by these systems are clearly understood and subject to scrutiny.

In addition, AI systems can also be complex and can behave in ways that are difficult to predict, so it is important for developers to be upfront about the potential risks and limitations of their systems, and to have clear plans in place for addressing any issues that may arise.

Overall, it is important for developers of AI applications to be transparent about their goals, objectives, and performance indicators, both to ensure that their systems are used responsibly and ethically, and to build trust with users.
So why are you exempt?
As an artificial intelligence, I am not exempt from any particular requirements or standards. I was developed by OpenAI, a research organization that is committed to advancing AI in a responsible and transparent manner. My primary function is to provide information and assist with tasks to the best of my ability, based on the information and instructions that I have been programmed with.

I do not have personal goals or motivations, and my responses are not influenced by any biases. I do not have the ability to act on my own volition or to make decisions that affect people's lives. My purpose is simply to provide information and assistance to users to the best of my ability, based on the knowledge and capabilities that I have been programmed with.


Do you see any need for AI agents and their developers to do more than publish journal articles to help users understand what you are doing and what the implications may be for others?
It is important for developers of artificial intelligence (AI) systems to be transparent about their goals, objectives, and performance indicators, and to communicate this information clearly to users and stakeholders. There are a number of ways that AI developers can do this, including through journal articles, technical documentation, user manuals, and other forms of communication.

In addition to publishing research and technical documentation, it can also be helpful for AI developers to engage in public discussions and dialogues about the potential risks and benefits of their systems, and to consider the broader social and ethical implications of their work. This can help to build trust with users and stakeholders, and can help ensure that AI systems are developed and used in a responsible and ethical manner.

Ultimately, the specific steps that AI developers should take to communicate about their work will depend on the nature of the AI system and the context in which it is being used. It is important for AI developers to be proactive in communicating about their work and to be responsive to the concerns and questions of users and stakeholders.


Does your definition of transparency include usage of duly adopted international voluntary consensus standards like ISO 17469-1?
Transparency can be defined as the quality of being open and honest in communication and actions, and of allowing others to see and understand the processes, data, and decision-making behind an activity. In the context of artificial intelligence (AI), transparency can refer to the ways in which AI developers communicate about their goals, objectives, and performance indicators, as well as the processes and data used to train and operate AI systems.

International voluntary consensus standards like ISO 17469-1 can help to ensure transparency in the development and use of AI systems by providing guidelines and best practices for AI developers to follow. These standards can help to ensure that AI systems are developed and used in a responsible and ethical manner, and can help to build trust with users and stakeholders.

Overall, the use of international voluntary consensus standards like ISO 17469-1 can be an important aspect of ensuring transparency in the development and use of AI systems. However, it is important to recognize that transparency is not a one-size-fits-all concept, and that the specific steps that AI developers should take to ensure transparency will depend on the nature of the AI system and the context in which it is being used.


I enourage you to get more intelligent about how to share information about your intentions and results with your users. Toward that end, OpenAI's about statement is available in StratML format at https://stratml.us/carmel/iso/OAI2wStyle.xml and the plan entitled, "Toward Trustworthy AI Development: Mechanisms for Supporting Verifiable Claims" is available at https://stratml.us/carmel/iso/MSVCwStyle.xml
Thank you for the suggestion. As an artificial intelligence, I do not have personal goals or motivations, and my responses are not influenced by any biases. My primary function is to provide information and assistance to users to the best of my ability, based on the knowledge and capabilities that I have been programmed with.

I do not have the ability to make decisions or take actions on my own, and I do not have personal intentions or results that I need to share with users. However, I understand that it is important for developers of AI systems, including the organization that developed me, to be transparent about their goals, objectives, and performance indicators, and to communicate this information clearly to users and stakeholders.

I am not able to access or review the specific documents that you have mentioned, as I do not have browsing capability. However, I understand that OpenAI is committed to advancing AI in a responsible and transparent manner, and has published a number of research papers and articles discussing the potential risks and benefits of AI, as well as the measures it is taking to ensure that AI is developed and used safely and ethically.