<p>In this episode, we explore Edward Snowden’s recent criticism of OpenAI after they appointed a former NSA director to their board of directors. We unpack the broader implications of this move, the controversy surrounding OpenAI’s transparency, and the potential use of ChatGPT and GPT-4 by the NSA.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>About the Episode:</strong></p> <p>In this episode, we dive into a tweet by Edward Snowden, who recently raised concerns about OpenAI’s decision to appoint a former NSA director to their board. We examine why this move has sparked controversy, especially in light of transparency concerns following the departure of key figures during the Sam Altman saga. We explore what makes ChatGPT important for the NSA and why privacy advocates are concerned about AI-driven databases turning into electronic dossiers. Looking ahead, we discuss the future of AI, brain-computer interfaces (BCI), and how they intersect with ChatGPT.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>About The Guest</strong></p> <p>John Hawkins is philosopher, poet and freelance journalist.  His work has appeared in publications around the world, including Rumpus, Cordite, Morning Star, the Australian. He is a regular contributor to CounterPunch magazine, a site for progressive politics, culture and the arts. His current research deals with the future of human consciousness in the age of AI. In addition, he is working on a novel.</p> <p>Twitter: @‌CagedTechnology</p> <p>Substack:<a href="https://tantricdispositionmatrix.substack.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> TDM | John Kendall Hawkins | Substack</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Timestamps:</strong><br />00:01:51 - Episode Commences<br />00:06:57 - Partnerships, Security, and Tech Evolution Concerns<br />00:11:26 - Rapid Advancements in AI and Technology Discussion<br />00:15:01 - Exploring Emerging Technologies and Military Applications<br />00:17:05 - AI Development Control and Transparency Concerns<br />00:23:04 - NSA Data Collection and Potential Abuse<br />00:27:32 - NSA AI Surveillance and Deep State Control<br />00:31:01 - Surveillance, Data Misuse, and Cancel Culture<br />00:35:01 - AI, Chatbots, and Individual Rights Concerns<br />00:39:15 - Addressing Leadership, Technology, and AI Concerns<br />00:42:30 - Exploring AI, BCI, and Societal Implications<br />00:47:19 - Exploring AI and BCI Technology Implications<br />00:51:27 - Exploring Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and BCIs<br />00:55:03 - Understanding Technology Control and Education<br />01:02:44 - Episode Concludes</p> <p> <br /></p> <p><br /><a href="https://futuretechandforesight.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><br /></a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/FutureTech_Pod" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><br /></a></p> <p><br /><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/futuretechandforesight/ " target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><br /></a><br /> </p>

Future Tech And Foresight

Marc Verbenkov

ChatGPT, the NSA, and Ethical Concerns (With John Hawkins)-Ep #163

OCT 22, 202464 MIN
Future Tech And Foresight

ChatGPT, the NSA, and Ethical Concerns (With John Hawkins)-Ep #163

OCT 22, 202464 MIN

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<p>In this episode, we explore Edward Snowden’s recent criticism of OpenAI after they appointed a former NSA director to their board of directors. We unpack the broader implications of this move, the controversy surrounding OpenAI’s transparency, and the potential use of ChatGPT and GPT-4 by the NSA.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>About the Episode:</strong></p> <p>In this episode, we dive into a tweet by Edward Snowden, who recently raised concerns about OpenAI’s decision to appoint a former NSA director to their board. We examine why this move has sparked controversy, especially in light of transparency concerns following the departure of key figures during the Sam Altman saga. We explore what makes ChatGPT important for the NSA and why privacy advocates are concerned about AI-driven databases turning into electronic dossiers. Looking ahead, we discuss the future of AI, brain-computer interfaces (BCI), and how they intersect with ChatGPT.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>About The Guest</strong></p> <p>John Hawkins is philosopher, poet and freelance journalist.  His work has appeared in publications around the world, including Rumpus, Cordite, Morning Star, the Australian. He is a regular contributor to CounterPunch magazine, a site for progressive politics, culture and the arts. His current research deals with the future of human consciousness in the age of AI. In addition, he is working on a novel.</p> <p>Twitter: @‌CagedTechnology</p> <p>Substack:<a href="https://tantricdispositionmatrix.substack.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> TDM | John Kendall Hawkins | Substack</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Timestamps:</strong><br />00:01:51 - Episode Commences<br />00:06:57 - Partnerships, Security, and Tech Evolution Concerns<br />00:11:26 - Rapid Advancements in AI and Technology Discussion<br />00:15:01 - Exploring Emerging Technologies and Military Applications<br />00:17:05 - AI Development Control and Transparency Concerns<br />00:23:04 - NSA Data Collection and Potential Abuse<br />00:27:32 - NSA AI Surveillance and Deep State Control<br />00:31:01 - Surveillance, Data Misuse, and Cancel Culture<br />00:35:01 - AI, Chatbots, and Individual Rights Concerns<br />00:39:15 - Addressing Leadership, Technology, and AI Concerns<br />00:42:30 - Exploring AI, BCI, and Societal Implications<br />00:47:19 - Exploring AI and BCI Technology Implications<br />00:51:27 - Exploring Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and BCIs<br />00:55:03 - Understanding Technology Control and Education<br />01:02:44 - Episode Concludes</p> <p> <br /></p> <p><br /><a href="https://futuretechandforesight.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><br /></a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/FutureTech_Pod" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><br /></a></p> <p><br /><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/futuretechandforesight/ " target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><br /></a><br /> </p>