New AI helps talk with famous people (even dead)

A project called AI|Writer uses OpenAI's text generator API to create simulated conversations with

virtual historical figures. First, the system processes the message itself, and then its recipient, in order to select the correct answer from its database. To do this, it uses an API database.

Digitized characters can answer questionsabout your work, explain scientific theories or express an opinion. For example, the scientist Maria Skłodowska-Curie told users about how Becquerel radiation works, writer Herbert Wells revealed an inspiration for the novel The Time Machine, and director Alfred Hitchcock compared Christopher Nolan's Interstellar to Space Odyssey.

The developers note that avatars are well versed in historical facts, but can constantly change their minds and answer the same questions differently.

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This AI can be asked very simple and complex questions. However, the engineers set a limit of 300 words for each message.

Like real people, AI will respond toquestions based on how convincing the user's message is. For example, if a historical character is known for his rudeness, then his virtual version will copy his behavior.

Researchers emphasized that AI | Writer “is notshould be considered a reliable source or an accurate reflection of the views and opinions of these people ”- this is just an experiment to study the interaction of users with AI. In the future, they plan to provide access to this tool to more users. If you want to join the waiting list, you can register here.

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