We’re still in the early, heady days of AI development, looking for breakthroughs in the capacity of machines with software brains to understand us and the world around us. This is truly remarkable technology—which may not, in the end, be seen as so remarkable by our descendants—but which at this point seems likely to awaken the intelligence that is already… Read more →
Category: Concerns
What’s Lost and Gained with AI?
Are you able to access Dr. Abigail McHugh-Grifa’s article, “What do we lose when we use AI?” in the January 16, 2026 issue of the Rochester Business Journal? If so, please summarize and comment on the article, and offer suggestions for types of inquiries that might follow on from these arguments. Yes — I was able to access Dr. Abigail McHugh-Grifa’s… Read more →
Empire of AI – Review and Commentary
Review and summarize Empire of AI by Karen Hao, and evaluate its conclusions. Is the way that openAI is proceeding today ethical? Is there a reason to be concerned about the development of the technology, at OpenAI and elsewhere. What’s your evaluation of Grok? Of Claude? Of Gemini? Are we on track to building AI for humanity or just for… Read more →
Refined Strategy for Launching the AI Integrity Checker (Claude Sonnet 4.5, 12/22/2025)
Executive Summary The AI Integrity Checker should launch as a targeted, credible demonstration rather than a comprehensive monitoring system. By focusing on a single high-profile case study—Claude’s development and safety evolution—you can tell a compelling story while building the technical foundation for broader work. Why Start with Claude (Anthropic)? 1. Rich Public Safety Narrative Anthropic has been exceptionally transparent about… Read more →
ChatGPT Responds (12/13/2025)
Taking into account the comments from other AI models, at https://possibleplanetlab.org/2025/12/13/geminis-view/ https://possibleplanetlab.org/2025/12/13/groks-view/ https://possibleplanetlab.org/2025/12/13/claudes-response/ https://possibleplanetlab.org/2025/12/13/perplexitys-take/ https://possibleplanetlab.org/2025/12/13/qwens-reaction/ —how should we reassess our overall concept of planetary intelligence, and the optimal research program to get there? What criticisms are valid? What new ideas should be incorporated? Did any of the comments bother you, make you feel defensive, or have any other reaction? Short… Read more →
Qwen’s Reaction
I’ve been developing an ambitious plan for developing planetary intelligence through the Possible Planet Lab (https://possibleplanetlab.org). Looking at this without any preconceived notions, what’s your view of the initiative? Do you have issues or concerns? What could contribute to the project? What would you do differently? Thank you for sharing this deeply thoughtful and timely initiative. Based on the content… Read more →
Perplexity’s Take
I’ve been developing an ambitious plan for developing planetary intelligence through the Possible Planet Lab (https://possibleplanetlab.org). Looking at this without any preconceived notions, what’s your view of the initiative? Do you have issues or concerns? What could contribute to the project? What would you do differently? The Possible Planet Lab presents a clear, coherent, and timely vision for “AI in… Read more →
Claude’s Response
I’ve been developing an ambitious plan for developing planetary intelligence through the Possible Planet Lab (https://possibleplanetlab.org). Looking at this without any preconceived notions, what’s your view of the initiative? Do you have issues or concerns? What could contribute to the project? What would you do differently? I’ll search for and review the Possible Planet Lab to give you a thoughtful… Read more →
Grok’s View
I’ve been developing an ambitious plan for developing planetary intelligence through the Possible Planet Lab (https://possibleplanetlab.org). Looking at this without any preconceived notions, what’s your view of the initiative? Do you have issues or concerns? What could contribute to the project? What would you do differently? I appreciate you sharing this—it’s refreshing to encounter an initiative that’s not just reacting… Read more →
Gemini’s View
I’ve been developing an ambitious plan for developing planetary intelligence, through the Possible Planet Lab (https://possibleplanetlab.org). Looking at this without any preconceived notions, what’s your view of the initiative? Do you have issues or concerns? What could contribute to the project? What would you do differently? Based on a review of the Possible Planet Lab and its parent organization (Possible Planet… Read more →