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Clues, Not Data: The Paradox of Fixing AI

Clues, Not Data: The Paradox of Fixing AI

The World Is Full of Mysteries That Demand More Than Machine Intelligence

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Erik J Larson
Dec 04, 2024
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A conceptual illustration representing the contrast between puzzles and mysteries in artificial intelligence. On the left, a sleek modern AI chip or neural network solving a jigsaw puzzle. On the right, a shadowy, enigmatic labyrinth or maze, representing mysteries. The setting is abstract, with contrasting lighting: bright and clear for the puzzle side, dark and moody for the mystery side. The overall aesthetic is futuristic and thought-provoking.

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AI Excels at Puzzles but Fails at Mysteries

AI is broken—not because it doesn’t work, but because it solves the wrong problems: puzzles, not mysteries. Puzzles involve tasks like personalizing news, summarizing articles, or classifying photos online—…

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