AI Is a Bit More Complex Than a Lightbulb
In the pages of the Wall Street Journal, Andrew responds to an article suggesting that we’ll get used to the disruptive technologies of our time – namely AI – by remembering how we acclimated to technology in the past. But there’s a problem with that thinking.
Are AI Chatbots Approaching Consciousness?
Before there was Claude or ChatGPT, there was ELIZA. At the Daily Wire, Andrew discusses the latest high-profile admission that AI could be conscious. Turns out humans have a long history of thinking machines are conscious and intelligent, even when they’re not.
Humans Create, AI Amalgamates. Here’s Why It Matters
In a new opinion article published in the Chicago Tribune, Andrew argues that AI cannot create like humans can and that we have unique creative power at our fingertips if we will only practice using it.
AI “Friends” Are Not the Answer to Our Loneliness Problem
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg thinks you can top up your friends network with “AI friends.” At the New York Post, Andrew explains why that’s terrible advice that won’t fix our loneliness problem.
Guarding Against the Dangers of Relational AI
AI chatbots are all the rage these days. People are adopting them as companions, romantic partners, and therapists. But underneath the novelty, there’s potential for real-world harm. Podcaster and philosopher of technology Andrew McDiarmid discussed the topic with Moody Radio’s Janet Parshall on a recent episode of her syndicated radio program In The Market. Here,…
The First Amendment and Big Tech
These days, we have more ways to communicate than ever. But we’re also at greater risk of misinformation and suppression getting between us and the truth. Andrew McDiarmid speaks to veteran radio host Jerry Newcombe about how to protect our free speech in the age of Big Tech.
Kids & Social Media: An Update
I recently appeared on The Michael Medved Show to give an update on the dangers and harms of social media for teens. Here’s what I discussed.
Need Help Navigating Modern Technology? Ask Your Elders!
Do you ever feel like you’re barely keeping up with modern technology? While your peers can certainly relate and provide some relief, you may have overlooked a potent source of wisdom about technology from an unlikely place—your elders.
Pursuing God Through His Works
April 21 is John Muir’s birthday. Muir is typically remembered as one of America’s foremost naturalists, father of our national parks and a tireless defender of the wilderness. But he might very well have been none of those things. As a young man, Muir was gifted at building machines, and he was set to pursue…
Pursuing Truth & Tradition with The Epoch Times
I’m sharing some of my articles on technology with readers of The Epoch Times. Here’s why I’m pleased about that.
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