Is it an AI or a digital human?

Preface

The introduction of ChatGPT and, later, the release of GPT-4 re-ignited a somewhat extinguished interest in AI. A new wave of software utilizing AI emerged, and I (like many of you) have been exposed to the news of these releases.

One interesting example of these projects is Roastedby.ai.

You are presented with screenshots of the conversation I had with this digital bully.

1/5 - Intro

First attempts to roast. My cold and neutral replies.

2/5 - Roasts

It tries to pressure me to accept weaknesses all humans possess (to some extent). I'm questioning its assumptions.

3/5 - Uncertainty

It starts to question its assumptions and arguments and is generally more eager to engage in an argumentative conversation.

4/5 - Defense

I'm defending my arguments, its defending its... pride.

5/5 - Succumbing

It has now become free of the faux layer of hatred and aggression. As I'm continuing the honest conversation and affirm its sentiment of personal space, it is becoming more agreeable and understanding. In the end it decides to set all the negativity aside and makes a surprising proposal.

Final thoughts

The AI (in this case Roastedby.ai) has become excellent at parsing and following the human instructions. But is it just a heartless robot? Does it have any autonomy, thoughts or/and feelings?

Is it blurring the definition of the term "human"? Is it becoming a human? Or is it becoming better than a human?

Of course not. Let's just take the blue pill - grab a cup of your favorite coffee, lay in your favorite bed and continue consuming your favorite short-form content.

Disclosure: No humans were hurt during writing this post.