Ethical Crossroads: Why 2024 Might Spell the End for ChatGPT.

As we step into the new year, OpenAI faces an exciting yet challenging landscape. Legal battles over intellectual property are on the rise, with even The New York Times suing Microsoft and OpenAI. You can track all the legal cases against OpenAI here. In addition, the ongoing case involving Royal Mail and postmasters in the UK, where an IT glitch has resulted in people being imprisoned.

This begs the question: What lies ahead for AI and the realm of law? The intersection of technology and legality is a fascinating yet complex frontier, and these developments highlight the critical need for thoughtful navigation in the evolving AI landscape.

Engaging with businesses across the UK and around the world, I've noticed a common trend: when faced with challenges, the default response is "Computer says no!".

But here's the thing—our AI models, although powerful, are not infallible. They're trained on specific demographics, which means there's a crucial need for critical assessment. We can't simply brush off challenges to our models as convenient conclusions. It's time to prioritize scrutiny over convenience and ensure our responses truly align with the complexities of the issues at hand.

In today's dynamic business landscape, I am a firm advocate for embracing external scrutiny akin to the meticulous audits financial institutions conduct on company records. When the stakes involve people's lives or hinder their potential for success, it becomes imperative to subject our systems to constant and rigorous examination.

Let's champion a culture of accountability and transparency, ensuring that our operations exceeds the highest standards. After all, the foundation of our success lies in the integrity of our models, the respect to intellectual property and the commitment to safeguarding the well-being and opportunities of those we impact.

The views presented in this article are solely my own and do not reflect the approach, strategy, or policies of my current or former employers or clients.