Proof of BRAIN in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

With AI increasingly being the "talk of the town" across many fields and industries, I find myself thinking about the whole concept of "Proof of Brain" that's often highlighted here in our community.

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So Many Opinions...

Over the past six months I've read dozens of very good essays and opinion pieces about the impact and applications of AI in our world... many of them authored by individuals here in Hivelandia.

I write these words from the "Proof of Brain" community front end — happens to be one of my favorite second layer communities on Hive — and I started pondering the question of how we will actually prove (human) brain? Or verify brain. Or certify that a piece of prose, a piece of art, a piece of music was the result of human creativity, rather than machine learning?

Moreover, is that important? Or should the greater importance be placed on whether or not the intended "recipient" of something finds the end result to their liking?

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Who Is Telling the Story?

Whereas it is entirely true that people have always been able to "cheat" and plagiarize, AI seems to open a whole new can of worms, in terms of the question "Who is telling this story?"

The significance of authorship undoubtedly varies, depending on what it is we are considering. AI — as we know it today — is quite capable of creating fairly run-of-the-mill filler that might be mildly informative but lacks a bit of... something.

Regardless — particularly in a community like Hive where part of the gig is "rewarding" the creativity of people — I would like to know who the author/creator of writing/art/music etc. is... because I'm not particularly enamored with the idea of rewarding a machine for... being a machine.

Which bring us back to the tricky proposition of "proving brain."

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The questions I am asking here are not really about whether or not AI can/will replace human creativity... but rather about how we "watermark" (for lack of a better term) human creativity to identify it as such.

Personally, I don't think AI creativity will replace human creativity, but AI — or more sophisticated future generations of AI — likely will be able to perform many basic and reptitive creativity functions with greater accuracy and 1000x faster than humans.

At the same time, I'd also submit that the age of AI might actually make human creativity — hereunder writing in a unique individual "voice"more valuable, rather than less important. After all, most of us are not looking for "generic soup" for entertainment, but something unique and different.

Whether such creations will simply speak for themselves or need to be somehow "certified," remains to be seen!

What do you think?

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I really like the implications of this:

the age of AI might actually make human creativity — hereunder writing in a unique individual "voice" — more valuable, rather than less important

The question:

how we "watermark" human creativity

This is a puzzler as AI becomes more efficient at making mistakes it will become more and more difficult to distinguish AI from human creativity. One clear way to tell the difference is if the human creativity was actually an original idea. But then the question comes to mind: "Are there really any original ideas?"

For centuries we reward authors and composers for expanding upon ideas already formed and published. A machine is already capable of expanding mixing and varying styles and ideas to create something never seen before.

Human verification will be an important question in the future. Today AI can produce an interesting essay, but it takes a human to really make it personal and touch the heart. It also takes a human to write with mistakes and lose balance and order. Chat GTP will always give an ordered flowing essay with no punch. Notice how Chat GPT responds to the third prompt when I ask it to give me a little more punch.

First Chat GPT Prompt:

write an article about human creativity. Use concrete examples from childhood as if you were a man around forty years old looking back at his childhood. Make the story interesting and funny, but contain true information about proving a work is actually created by humans and not machine created.

First Chat GPT Result:

As I sit here, thinking back on my childhood, I'm struck by just how much creativity was a part of my life. From the wild inventions my friends and I would come up with to the imaginative stories we would write, it seemed like we were constantly using our human creativity to make the world a little bit more interesting.

One of my favorite memories from my childhood is of a project we did in school where we had to create our own board game. My friends and I spent weeks brainstorming ideas, sketching out game boards, and coming up with rules. We had a blast testing out each other's games, trying to outsmart each other and win the coveted title of "Game Master."

Looking back, what strikes me the most about this project is just how uniquely human it was. Machines might be able to crunch numbers and calculate probabilities, but they could never come up with the kind of wacky and unpredictable games that we dreamed up. There's a certain magic to human creativity that just can't be replicated by machines.

And that's not just my opinion - scientists have been studying human creativity for decades, trying to figure out what sets it apart from other forms of problem-solving. One of the ways they do this is by giving people tasks to complete and then analyzing the results. For example, they might ask people to come up with as many uses as possible for a paper clip or a toothbrush. By looking at the range and originality of the answers, they can get a sense of how creative people are.

But here's the thing: when scientists use machines to complete these same tasks, the results are always lacking. Even the most advanced algorithms and neural networks can't match the breadth and depth of human creativity. There's something about the way our brains work that allows us to come up with ideas that are truly one-of-a-kind.

Of course, as a kid, I didn't know anything about the science of creativity - all I knew was that it was fun. And that's the beauty of it - human creativity isn't just a lofty concept for academics to study. It's something that we all have access to, no matter who we are or where we come from. Whether we're writing stories, designing games, or coming up with new inventions, we're tapping into that unique human ability to imagine, to innovate, and to dream.

So the next time you find yourself feeling stuck or uninspired, remember that you have a powerful tool at your disposal - your own human creativity. It may not always lead to success, but it will always be uniquely and wonderfully yours. And who knows - maybe someday, you'll look back on your childhood creations and realize that they were just the beginning of a lifetime of creative expression.

Second Chat GTP prompt:

Write an article about human creativity. Use concrete examples from childhood as if you were a man around forty years old looking back at his childhood. Make the story interesting and funny, but contain true information about proving a work is actually created by humans and not machine created. Ad some personality and realistic incidences.

Second Chat GTP Result:

As I sit here, sipping my coffee and reflecting on my childhood, I'm struck by just how much human creativity played a role in shaping who I am today. From building elaborate Lego structures to writing silly stories, my young mind was constantly coming up with new and inventive ways to see the world around me.

One particularly vivid memory comes to mind: I was in third grade, and we were tasked with creating a diorama of a scene from a book we had read. Rather than simply crafting a static display, I decided to go all out and create a miniature theater. With the help of my parents, I built a wooden box with a hinged lid that opened up to reveal a fully-realized stage, complete with curtains, lights, and even a tiny trapdoor for quick exits.

Of course, the diorama was a hit with my classmates and teacher, but what really struck me was the sense of satisfaction and pride I felt in having created something that was uniquely my own. As I grew older, this feeling of creative fulfillment only intensified, as I began to explore other forms of artistic expression, from drawing and painting to writing and music.

But what is it that makes human creativity so special? Why is it that we're able to come up with ideas and inventions that machines simply can't replicate? The answer lies in the fact that human creativity is driven by a complex web of cognitive processes, including imagination, curiosity, and the ability to make connections between seemingly disparate concepts.

Take, for example, the process of brainstorming. When a group of people get together to come up with ideas for a project or problem, there's a certain energy and excitement that can't be replicated by a machine. Humans are able to bounce ideas off of each other, build on each other's thoughts, and come up with truly innovative solutions. Machines, on the other hand, are limited by their programming - they can only generate ideas within a predetermined set of parameters.

But how do we know that something was truly created by a human, and not just generated by a machine? There are a few tests that researchers use to try and tease out this distinction, including the "Turing test for creativity" mentioned earlier. Essentially, this test challenges a computer to create something that is indistinguishable from something a human might create. So far, no machine has been able to pass this test, further proving the unique capabilities of human creativity.

Of course, all of this talk of science and tests can be a bit dry - what really matters is the feeling of satisfaction and joy that comes from creating something new. As a child, I didn't care about the science behind my Lego creations or my diorama theater - all I cared about was the sense of wonder and excitement that came with bringing my ideas to life.

And that's really what human creativity is all about - it's not just about solving problems or coming up with new inventions. It's about exploring the world around us, pushing boundaries, and experiencing the thrill of bringing something new into existence. So the next time you find yourself staring at a blank page or a blank canvas, don't be afraid to tap into your own human creativity. You never know where it might take you.

Third Prompt:

Write an article about human creativity. Use concrete examples from childhood as if you were a man around forty years old looking back at his childhood. Make the story interesting and funny, but contain true information about proving a work is actually created by humans and not machine created. Ad some personality and realistic incidences. Add a little punch in the story.

Third Chat GTP Result:

As I sit here reminiscing about my childhood, I am struck by just how much human creativity played a role in shaping who I am today. From building towering forts out of pillows to inventing elaborate games, my young mind was constantly brimming with new and exciting ideas.

One particularly vivid memory stands out: I was about 10 years old and had just discovered the joys of playing with action figures. But rather than simply acting out preconceived storylines, I decided to create my own. I spent hours crafting elaborate plots, complete with twists and turns, and acted them out with my plastic heroes.

My best friend at the time, Dave, was similarly obsessed with action figures. But instead of coming up with his own storylines, he would just copy mine and claim them as his own. I was furious - how dare he steal my creative genius! But then I had an idea: what if I deliberately created a storyline that was so outlandish and absurd, that there was no way he could have come up with it on his own? And so I did just that - I created a story in which the action figures traveled through time, fighting off robot dinosaurs and saving the world from an alien invasion.

When I excitedly told Dave about my latest adventure, he looked at me skeptically. "You're making that up," he accused.

But I wasn't - and that's the beauty of human creativity. We are able to dream up ideas that are so strange and fantastical, they couldn't possibly be replicated by a machine. In fact, there are even tests that researchers use to try and distinguish between human and machine creativity. One such test is the "Turing test for creativity," which challenges a computer to create something that is indistinguishable from something a human might create. So far, no machine has been able to pass this test, further proving the unique capabilities of human creativity.

But what is it about human creativity that makes it so special? It all comes down to our ability to imagine and make connections between seemingly unrelated things. Whether it's combining colors in a painting or coming up with a catchy melody, humans are able to tap into a wellspring of ideas and inspiration that machines simply can't replicate.

Of course, not everyone is blessed with a natural creative talent. But that doesn't mean you can't cultivate it. Whether it's taking up a new hobby or simply challenging yourself to think outside the box, there are plenty of ways to tap into your own human creativity.

So the next time you find yourself stuck in a rut, staring at a blank canvas or a blank page, remember: you are capable of creating something truly unique and special. All it takes is a little imagination, a lot of hard work, and a willingness to take risks and try something new. Who knows - you might just surprise yourself with what you're capable of.

Chat GPT is the Amelia Bedelia of AI. At this point there is really no creativity even when prompted, but it improves. It's beginning to almost create lies with it's story about Dave.

It also keeps bringing up the "Turing Test". Chat GPT brags that "no machine passed the Turing Test". But when you look into Eugene Goostman, you find a program that fools the Turing Test seeming to be a 13 year old boy from Odessa. Chat GTP conveniently doesn't mention this. There have been other times Chat GTP insisted in misinformation. I guess insisting on misinformation is also a human trait as well as lying. Can we get chat GTP to smoke and shit as well?

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Thanks for sharing that "experiment" @mineopoly! That was really some interesting reading.

Regardless of the prompt, the outcome has a sort of... generic... feel to it. It reminds me of the sort of content people would create with "content spinners" 10 or more years back... which was perhaps an early form of AI, except it would be more about grabbing fragments of text relating to a topic(s) and piecing them together into something like looked enough like an article/post on some topic to pass muster as "content" matching keywords that would generate ad revenue from search clicks. Then Google's "Panda" algorithm started filtering that sort of thing out of search results starting around 2012-13 and content spinners sort of fell out of favor.

Now we Chat GPT which is clearly a lot more sophisticated.

The Eugene Goostman situation was always a bit dodgy to me. Why? Because being cast as a 13-year old and a non-English speaker offered a sort of "smoke screen" that (deliberately, most likely) would throw the judges off to make concessions they likely would not make to a 25-year old native English speaker.

I imagine we'll each individually have to make our assessments. For me there's an element of wabi-sabi to human creativity... whether AI will gradually incorporate that remains to be seen.

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Some kind of Turer test may be appropriate. I still have doubts if human creativity actually exists. I wonder if some of my students would be able to pass for human? Are we just a sophisticated AI? All the TV shows, movies, clothes, songs follow a similar algorithm. If not then they follow some kind of rule already established in nature. Maybe there is nothing new. But then why waste my time writing this comment?

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I think it's entirely possible that "creativity" is the introduction of entropy into biological systems. Whether that's through the environment (perspective) or genetics. I'm not sure that AI is bad at purely abstract things as its roots lay in the abstract. It is however pretty bad at interacting with the physical world (besides a few very focused and specific tasks).

Ultimately though you need to dive in the Turing test. When we can't tell if AI is sentient or not, it should be considered sentient. Would a robot "brain" (intelligence) be sufficient to provide evidence for "proof of brain", or are we purely interested in the human brain?

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Interesting.

Maybe the "greater" story arc then becomes one of what we are really striving for. If the "measure" of the species is merely to see how far we can advance on a purely mechanical/technological scale then perhaps sentient AI represents the pinnacle of development.

Our species epitaph might read "And the humans created artifical version of themselves to replace themselves."

The question, then, is whether that's the most appropriate scale to use? Not sure I can follow creativity as entropy, though... if so, that entropy has been going on for a long time; in archeological digs we marvel as much at our forefathers' ART as we do their TECHNOLOGY.

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Thanks for the support @qurator and @ewkaw, I appreciate it!

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That is, why i still am here on that insane Blogchain.

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Without a doubt, this is a fascinating place... I definitely enjoy watching all the new developments and trends unfold.

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