Skepticism & Wokeness

Skepticism and Wokeness

Is science a tool of ‘Western oppression’? Should we trust everyone who claims victimhood? And how many genders are there? The ‘Woke’ debate raises questions that have a potential to divide people. This phenomenon also affects skeptical organizations. For this article, I took a deep look at the current crisis in the German Society for …

SLB #12

Dumbification, Deepfakes, and Continuing the ‘Tapestry’-Debate

Looking back after less than 60 days into 2024, it’s been an exciting year already. The Singularity Loading Bar moves forward, while top-shelf LLMs like ChatGPT and Gemini show significant loss in quality. Today, I share six new articles from the world of AI with you, which were published over at DaniWeb. And there is …

SLB #11

ChatGPT 4.5, Dall-E, Q*, and The Science of Opposing Christmas

This month, I published three more articles from the the world of AI at DaniWeb. Learn all about the latest speculations about ChatGPT 4.5 and Q*, and find a beginners’ tutorial to Dall-E 3. On Substack, we take a deep dive into the science of opposing Christmas. 1. What to Expect of GPT 4.5? Yes, …

Singularity Loading Bar #10

DevDay, the Job-Market, and Dystopian Visions

In November, I have released more AI-related articles over at DaniWeb.com, discussing the implications of AI + Micro Transactions + Big Data, the end of white-collar work, and the key takeaways from OpenAI’s DevDay. And at Substack, a deep dive into the absurdity of most fining-systems awaits you: 1. Will AI + Big Data Lead …

Bullshit Barometer

‘I CALL BS’ – Now on Substack

In a world full of marketing, biased reporting, and manipulative hype, the bullshit barometer tends to run high. That’s why I’ve created a space on Substack dedicated to critical thinking, deconstructing ideologies, and exposing system flaws. Subscribe to icallbs.substack.com to stay up-to-date with my articles, starting with my first piece on the GDP vs. economic …

SLB #9

‘First Contact’ with AGI, Roko’s Basilisk, and the Productivity Discussion Continued

The Singularity Loading Bar continues to provide insights and discussions about the latest development in AI. In its new home over at DaniWeb.com, three thought-provoking stories await you now: 1. What will 1st Contact with AGI Look Like? Is the dawn of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) upon us or just a figment of imagination? Would …

AI's Dr. Strangelove Moment

“You can’t fight in here, this is the War Room!”

The AI arms race is in full swing. Multiple nations aim to gain the ‘first-mover advantage’ on AGI. China steps up the game by meticulously reverse engineering the human brain. But Uncle Sam’s not idle either. Who will win the race for AGI? And what enormous stakes are on the table? The latest issue of …

How AI Tracks Workers and Consumers

Big Brother’s Café: How AI Tracks Workers and Consumers

Dystopian vibes at the coffee shop: An unsettling viral video shows how AI tracks every action of workers and customers in a café. This issue of the Singularity Loading Bar offers a glance into the new era of surveillance capitalism and discusses the implications for workers’ rights and business owners. A Most Efficient Dystopia Two …

Singularity Loading Bar #6

Did Thinking Bans make ChatGPT Dumber?

Growing evidence suggests a decline in ChatGPT’s performance. Are ‘thinking bans’ limiting the AI’s intellectual capabilities? Join the debate and explore uncensored alternatives and workarounds in this new issue of the Singularity Loading Bar! Inside this issue, you’ll discover: Empirical Evidence Supports Claims of ChatGPT’s Declining Performance In the ever-evolving landscape of AI, one question …

Singularity Loading Bar #5

EU AI Act: Bureaucracy vs Innovation | Singularity Loading Bar #5

The EU AI Act raises challenges and opportunities for AI innovators, with potential restrictions particularly impacting open-source developers. Meanwhile, a new report highlights the massive economic potential of generative AI, which the EU seeks to restrict with copyright laws. AI Innovation in the EU: The Thrill of Filling Form 27b/6 The new EU AI Act, …