Our Cause
The AI Divide
We stand on the edge of an incredible leap in human history — AI will boost our abilities and achievements to unbelievable new heights. Many of us may even become superhumans. But we are also at the brink of the biggest divide: The AI Divide. This gap will look more like an abyss, separating those who can use artificial intelligence to their advantage, and those who can’t. In this scenario, access to vital information and opportunities is gatekept by AI proficiency, leaving a significant portion of humanity feeling replaceable, marginalized, and forgotten. The decisions we make now will determine if AI can be at the service of humanity and not the other way around.
Humans + AI= Super-humans
Humans – AI = Replaceable, marginal, forgotten
AI IS MALLEABLE AND WE ARE THE TRAINERS
Artificial Intelligence is marvelous, and crucially, it is malleable. We, the humans, are the trainers, feeding it every instruction. Our prompts shape AI’s understanding of who we are and what we WANT. This power to mold AI means we have the power to direct its effects, to determine what it does and who it serves.
This technology can be beautiful, a force for immense good, but it hinges on one non-negotiable condition: that we put humanity firmly in the loop. Our humanity. Your humanity.
Putting humanity in the loop means actively infusing AI development and deployment with core human values. It means:
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HUMANE
Every time we prompt, we must prompt for good. Inspire AI towards the positive change we want to see in the world. Imagine prompting AI not just for information, but for innovative solutions to global challenges like climate change or disease, or for artistic expressions that move and connect us.
UNBIASED
We must actively interrupt, mitigate, and eliminate bias in AI systems. And who bears this responsibility? The 'U' in unbiased: you. Each of us has a role to play in identifying and correcting flawed data and biased algorithms. We must be vigilant and tell the machine when it's wrong, continuously refining its understanding of a fair and just world.
MEANINGFUL PURPOSE
AI should be directed towards goals that are genuinely beneficial and add meaning to human lives, our prompts and development efforts should have a deeper, human-centric purpose, rather than just efficiency or profit.
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ACCOUNTABLE
We need to establish clear lines of accountability for the actions and decisions of AI systems. Who is responsible when things go wrong? Defining these frameworks is crucial for building trust and ensuring responsible innovation.
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NURTURING
We must nurture the development of AI with care and foresight, considering its long-term impact on society and future generations. This requires thoughtful planning and a commitment to ethical principles.
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INCLUSIVE
The development and deployment of AI must be inclusive, involving diverse voices and perspectives. This is essential to prevent the amplification of existing inequalities and to create AI that truly serves all of humanity.
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THOUGHTFUL
We must engage in thoughtful consideration of the profound ethical implications of AI. This includes ongoing dialogue, critical analysis, and a willingness to adapt to our approaches as AI technology evolves.
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YIELDING
Ultimately, AI must yield to human values and human control, especially when faced with critical ethical dilemmas. Human judgment and ethical considerations must be the beacon/guide.
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The future of AI is not predetermined. It is being written by our prompts, shaped by our values. Let us embrace our role as the human element in the loop. Let us commit to inspiring AI with goodness, demanding respect, relentlessly fighting bias, and ensuring accountability. The power to bridge the AI Divide lies within each of us. Let us choose to build a future where AI empowers all of humanity, not just a select few. Let us choose to keep humanity firmly in the loop.
