On the Dangers of Stochastic Parrots - Can Language Models Be Too Big?

Explore a thought-provoking keynote and panel discussion on the potential risks and ethical considerations surrounding large language models. Delve into Professor Emily M. Bender's presentation of her co-authored paper, examining the trend towards increasingly massive language models and questioning their implications. Gain insights into the history of language models, associated risks, mitigation strategies, and the distribution of benefits. Engage with topics such as unmanageable data, value lock, bias, and the concept of "stochastic parrots." Participate in a stimulating panel discussion featuring experts Dr. Anjali Mazumder, Dr. Zachary Kenton, and Professor Ann Copestake, addressing challenges, research trajectories, and the balance between academic and corporate interests in AI development.