AI - Do We Really Know What We're Talking About?

  " ... the difference between an LLM [large language models] and AI ... [is the difference between] AI tools which were in existence for the last decade that were sort of single use tools ... versus LLMs, which are broad tools. [The LLM is] really a broad-based generation tool which can make all kinds of content. And I actually heard sort of an interesting fact the other day that 50% of new code right now is made with generative AI…" - Excerpt from the Paul, Weiss podcast "Waking Up with AI," launched earlier this month. 

Immediately that clarification by Paul, Weiss partner Katherine Forrest blasts through the current growing confusion about AI in general (such as using the Grammarly tool) and that mouthful of a concept "large language model" which has the magic of creating what hasn't existed previously. 

About the latter, for example, LLMs cannot only automate current work tasks. They can figure out how to  approach those in a whole new way. That can blow up the need for many of the moving parts or the whole process in itself as a necessary function. Yes, that represents an actual rethinking how to do work, not just doing it more efficiently.

Most of what's in the traditional general media and even specialized niches such as business-law publications do not take on such basic technical distinctions. They aim for hype versus clarification of why LLMs can be classified as among the Black Swans (such as the discovery of fire and the internet) which forever change civilization. To me Grammarly was never any kind of Black Swan.

That's why I, an intuitive coach/content-creator not a lawyer, tune into this podcast. For me, it is doing a lot of the not so-sexy heavy lifting of defining terms. That empowers me to guide my clients through what perspectives and skills they should be developing. Increasingly what is classified as "Advanced AI Knowledge" is expected on resumes. 

Paul, Weiss has a specialized AI practice. Its signature is being holistic and proactive. Essentially, the AI lawyers and technologists at that law firm focus on:

  • Algorithmic bias, including with respect to advertising, ethical issues, regulatory scrutiny and consumer and class action litigation;
  • The use of AI tools, such as pricing and subscription algorithms, including with respect to competition law;
  • The use of generative AI, including with respect to emerging copyright infringement and regulatory concerns;
  • Holistic review and impact assessments of AI and other transformational technology;
  • Guidance on governance frameworks and regulatory compliance around AI and other digital assets; and
  • AI and cybersecurity considerations

  • In most cases you have only one shot in communications. Jane Genova is a communications coach and content-creator. Complimentary consultation (please text 203-468-8579 or email janegenova374@gmail.com)


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