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[Wikimedia-l] 10*100K grant funding for AI oversight (OpenAI)
FYI, OpenAI's nonprofit parent has launched a new grant program for
responsible AI:

https://openai.com/blog/democratic-inputs-to-ai

This is not concerned with the problem that's probably of highest
concern to Wikimedians (AI as bullshit generators) but with the longer
term steering of AI as it becomes more capable. I expect critics will
see it as more evidence that OpenAI is deflecting from the harm their
systems are doing today by focusing attention on long-term
hypotheticals. In typical OpenAI fashion, they speak of AGI
(human-level intelligence) and superintelligence.

Wikipedia is the very first example they cite for "creative approaches
that inspire us". The example in their mockup, of deciding on whether
an AI should provide advice on recreational drug use, is also the kind
of thing that should be familiar to folks who've been part of content
policy discussions. Their mockup also reminded me a bit of NPOV in its
attempt to arrive at a formulation that is widely agreeable.

Individuals and orgs can apply; I did not see any country exclusions
but I didn't see a way to get to the fineprint without applying.
Deadline is June 24.

I don't intend to apply but if there are any applicants from
Wikimedia-land, I'd be happy to help with suggestions/input/review, if
wanted :).

Warmly,
Erik
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