IBOV 205,430.33 ▲ 0.54% IPSA 10,970.29 ▼ 0.01% IPC MEX 68,929.72 ▲ 1.87% MERVAL 2,848,945 ▼ 0.35% COLCAP 2,566.28 ▼ 0.55% BVL PERÚ 60,210.69 ▼ 0.91% USD/BRL5.07▲ 0.13% USD/MXN18.47▼ 0.15% USD/CLP984.38▼ 0.05% USD/COP3,174▲ 0.10% USD/PEN3.43▼ 0.01% USD/ARS1,518▼ 0.02% USD/UYU40.13▲ 3.03% USD/PYG5,686▲ 3.29% USD/BOB11.61▲ 2.19% USD/DOP61.26▲ 3.05% USD/CRC448.47▲ 1.74% USD/GTQ7.65▲ 3.33% USD/HNL26.86▲ 3.30% USD/NIO36.62— 0.00% USD/VES877.92▼ 0.23% USD/PAB1.00— 0.00% USD/BZD2.00— 0.00% USD/JMD 157.28 — 0.00% USD/TTD6.73▲ 2.35% EUR/BRL5.69▼ 0.39% BRENT 88.88 ▼ 0.03% WTI 83.11 ▼ 0.11% IRON ORE 161.91 — — COPPER 6.61 ▲ 0.03% GOLD 4,461 ▲ 1.78% SILVER 65.59 ▲ 1.26% SOY 1,184 ▲ 3.20% CORN 480.50 ▲ 10.02% WHEAT 655.00 ▲ 3.93% COFFEE 317.25 ▼ 5.51% SUGAR 16.43 ▼ 1.79% ORANGE JUICE 138.55 ▼ 0.47% COTTON 85.03 ▲ 2.33% COCOA 5,719 ▲ 3.18% BEEF 223.60 ▼ 3.93% CATTLE 339.10 ▼ 3.16% LITHIUM 75.20 ▲ 1.47% PETR4 41.64 ▼ 0.05% VALE3 72.97 ▲ 0.83% ITUB4 38.60 ▼ 1.03% BBDC4 16.85 ▲ 0.36% ABEV3 14.89 ▼ 0.80% BBAS3 19.37 ▲ 0.47% B3SA3 14.26 ▼ 0.21% WEGE3 47.59 ▲ 0.49% PRIO3 59.14 ▼ 0.19% SUZB3 41.33 ▲ 2.35% RENT3 34.68 ▼ 0.09% AZZA3 15.89 ▼ 2.63% CSAN3 3.22 ▼ 1.83% RAIZ4 0.25 — 0.00% PCAR3 2.75 ▼ 0.36% GMAT3 3.65 ▼ 1.08% PSSA3 48.13 ▼ 0.54% CVCB3 1.33 ▼ 2.92% POSI3 3.36 ▲ 2.44% SLCE3 13.34 ▲ 0.30% NATU3 8.14 ▼ 0.73% IBOV 205,430.33 ▲ 0.54% IPSA 10,970.29 ▼ 0.01% IPC MEX 68,929.72 ▲ 1.87% MERVAL 2,848,945 ▼ 0.35% COLCAP 2,566.28 ▼ 0.55% BVL PERÚ 60,210.69 ▼ 0.91% USD/BRL 5.16 ▲ 0.01% USD/MXN 17.06 ▼ 0.24% USD/CLP 913.98 ▲ 0.04% USD/COP 3,140 ▲ 0.03% USD/PEN 3.36 ▼ 0.66% USD/ARS 1,493 ▲ 0.10% USD/UYU 40.27 ▲ 1.24% USD/PYG 5,939 ▲ 1.68% USD/BOB 11.64 ▼ 0.76% USD/DOP 58.34 ▲ 1.25% USD/CRC 445.92 ▲ 0.89% USD/GTQ 7.62 ▲ 2.21% USD/HNL 26.79 ▲ 1.57% USD/NIO 36.62 ▲ 0.69% USD/VES 762.44 ▼ 0.13% USD/PAB 1.00 — 0.00% USD/BZD 2.00 — 0.00% USD/JMD 157.28 — 0.00% USD/TTD 6.70 ▲ 0.61% EUR/BRL 5.95 ▲ 1.01% BRENT 88.88 ▼ 0.03% WTI 83.11 ▼ 0.11% IRON ORE 161.91 — — COPPER 6.61 ▲ 0.03% GOLD 4,461 ▲ 1.78% SILVER 65.59 ▲ 1.26% SOY 1,184 ▲ 3.20% CORN 480.50 ▲ 10.02% WHEAT 655.00 ▲ 3.93% COFFEE 317.25 ▼ 5.51% SUGAR 16.43 ▼ 1.79% ORANGE JUICE 138.55 ▼ 0.47% COTTON 85.03 ▲ 2.33% COCOA 5,719 ▲ 3.18% BEEF 223.60 ▼ 3.93% CATTLE 339.10 ▼ 3.16% LITHIUM 75.20 ▲ 1.47% PETR4 41.64 ▼ 0.05% VALE3 72.97 ▲ 0.83% ITUB4 38.60 ▼ 1.03% BBDC4 16.85 ▲ 0.36% ABEV3 14.89 ▼ 0.80% BBAS3 19.37 ▲ 0.47% B3SA3 14.26 ▼ 0.21% WEGE3 47.59 ▲ 0.49% PRIO3 59.14 ▼ 0.19% SUZB3 41.33 ▲ 2.35% RENT3 34.68 ▼ 0.09% AZZA3 15.89 ▼ 2.63% CSAN3 3.22 ▼ 1.83% RAIZ4 0.25 — 0.00% PCAR3 2.75 ▼ 0.36% GMAT3 3.65 ▼ 1.08% PSSA3 48.13 ▼ 0.54% CVCB3 1.33 ▼ 2.92% POSI3 3.36 ▲ 2.44% SLCE3 13.34 ▲ 0.30% NATU3 8.14 ▼ 0.73%
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A.I.: Time to Believe the Hype?

By · May 20, 2024 · 2 min read

The rise of artificial intelligence, especially OpenAI’s GPT-4, is revisiting debates similar to those that initially dismissed the internet as a fleeting trend.

Steven Levy, a seasoned tech journalist, points out the irony of underestimating such transformative technologies.

Today’s AI skepticism mirrors past doubts about the internet. Yet, GPT-4‘s achievements signal a significant shift in AI’s capabilities and applications.

GPT-4 has notably excelled, scoring in the 90th percentile on the bar exam.

This feat highlights its advanced understanding of complex legal terminology and its potential to revolutionize the legal profession.

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Moreover, enhancements in GPT-4’s safety features and its improved alignment with user intentions mark significant progress.

These advancements contribute to creating AI systems that are both powerful and safe for widespread use.

These advancements are critical as AI begins to permeate sensitive areas.

These include legal consultations, medical advice, and personal interactions. In these fields, precision and reliability are crucial.

The broader impact of these developments extends beyond technical feats.

GPT-4’s integration into various sectors prompts a reevaluation of AI’s role in society, raising important questions about ethics, employment, and accessibility.

AI’s Societal Impact and Responsible Integration

This technology is poised to democratize access to expert knowledge and services. It challenges traditional barriers and fosters a more inclusive society.

As we continue to integrate and evolve AI technologies, it’s essential to maintain a dialogue on their societal implications.

The conversation is shifting from mere technological innovation to a more nuanced debate. This debate focuses on how AI shapes our legal systems, professional fields, and daily lives.

Engaging with this evolving narrative ensures that we leverage AI’s benefits responsibly while addressing potential risks.

For those interested in a deeper exploration of GPT-4’s capabilities and its implications across various sectors, further insights are available from Stanford Law School.

Additional information can also be found in Legaltech News and other expert sources.

This article was produced by The Rio Times’ automated newsroom system. How we use AI · Report an error · Editorial responsibility: Matthias Camenzind, Editor-in-Chief

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