Sending ChatGPT to the Stars: Bridging the Galactic Communication Gap

Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP -

Is it wise to broadcast our deepest secrets to potential alien neighbors using AI?

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform our approach to interstellar communication. Franck Marchis and Ignacio G. López-Francos suggest using AI to send well-curated large language models (LLMs) into space, enabling real-time interaction with extraterrestrial civilizations.

By transmitting a compressed version of models like Llama-3-70B, aliens could learn about humanity through questions and answers. This method could overcome the vast distances of space, providing a meaningful exchange.

However, this raises concerns about the potential misuse of our information. Are we ready to share our digital essence with unknown civilizations, and what precautions should we take?

Read the full article on Scientific American.

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