Why it's deceptively easy to treat Large Language Models as intelligent agents

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The post explores the question of why people often mistake AI models and markets for self-conscious agents. It discusses the concept of shoggoths from H.P. Lovecraft's novel and how it has been used as a metaphor. The post also delves into the role of metaphor and language in shaping our understanding of complex structures. Additionally, it introduces the ideas of the Paris School and their insights on cultural evolution and cognitive architecture. Finally, the post raises concerns about the potential for AI models to generate highly plausible yet misleading information.

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