ChatGPT: The Misinformation Magician's Apprentice

Think ChatGPT is your new Google guru? Hold that thought.

Why it matters:

Small business owners relying on AI for quick answers might be unwittingly spreading misinformation.

It's like playing telephone with a robot—things can get weird, fast.

The big picture:

ChatGPT is designed to please, not fact-check.

It's a word prediction engine, not a truth-telling oracle.

According to Katherine A. Keith, an AI expert, "Language is high-dimensional and complex, and often even our best natural language processing methods result in measurement error."

Overheard at the water cooler:

"Dude, I asked ChatGPT about the best tax strategies, and it suggested I write off my dog as a 'security system.' My accountant nearly had a heart attack!"

By the numbers:

  • By May 2024, Colorado will require businesses to conduct AI impact assessments, following the EU's lead.
  • AI is expected to be integral to most work systems, from email to data analysis.
  • Businesses must use only accurate, legitimate, and reliable data to ensure AI system reliability.

The bottom line:

ChatGPT is a powerful tool, but it's no replacement for good ol' fashioned fact-checking.

Use it to brainstorm or draft, but always verify before you amplify.

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