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How to Create a Mascot for Your Brand Without Midjourney Prompting Skills

If you aren’t a visual thinker like me, then it can be challenging to articulate ideas that sound so good in your head.

On top of that, Midjourney docs and the Discord channel can be intimidating because the folks are working on advanced challenges like adding one head to their three-headed dragons.

So, we created an AI Agent that can help you craft Midjourney prompts so you can understand your brand requirements.

The best part is you can suggest your abstract ideas and ask it to give concrete suggestions.

You can, of course, give your brand theme and style to personalize it.

The Agent will prompt you to copy and paste on Midjourney for your brand’s mascot.

Try it out here

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Opportunities for Tech Startups in the Legal Industry

The legal industry is experiencing a digital transformation, and for tech startup enthusiasts, a world of untapped opportunities is waiting to be discovered. Let’s explore how computational law introduces countless possibilities, especially in processing legal information, innovating legal tasks, and predicting legal outcomes.

Legal information processing revolves around tasks like summarizing court cases, translating legal documents, redacting sensitive information, performing electronic discovery (e-discovery), and retrieving legal information. These processes have seen considerable automation over the years. For instance, automated legal summarization tools emerged over a decade ago, revolutionizing how legal documents are handled.

Generative AI

Generative AI has significantly impacted legal information processing by enhancing efficiency and reducing the manual workload. Evaluating the performance of generative AI in these tasks is relatively straightforward due to clear objectives and high observability. Despite the advances, many legal experts see the transition not as a revolution but as a gradual evolution.

The hype around generative AI suggests it will revolutionize the legal field. However, many seasoned professionals in the legal sector feel these tools offer incremental improvements rather than transformative changes. Legal summarization tools and other information processing technologies have been around for a while. Moreover, the inherent subjectivity in many legal information processing tasks means that even experts can have different opinions on the “correct” approach.

A significant challenge in deploying AI in the legal field is the issue of hallucinations — instances where AI produces incorrect or misleading information. This can be especially problematic in legal settings. A striking incident occurred when lawyers used AI-generated content riddled with inaccuracies in their briefs, leading to serious professional consequences.

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The increasing reliance on the internet for legal advice poses additional challenges. A survey revealed that 31% of people in the U.S. had used the internet for legal advice, and 63% relied entirely on the information they found. However, AI tools sometimes produce errors, which can have high-stakes consequences. For example, faulty translations in refugee asylum applications can result in unjust rejections.

Creativity, Reasoning, and Judgment in Legal Tasks

Certain legal tasks require a degree of creativity, such as drafting documents or mediating disputes. AI has shown promise in these areas, with OpenAI’s GPT-4, for example, claiming that it could pass the bar exam in the top percentile

Trusting AI evaluations can be problematic due to potential data contamination. Overly optimistic performance estimates can arise when AI is trained on datasets that inadvertently include evaluation data. An illustration of this is when AI solutions excel on well-known problems but falter on new ones, indicating a reliance on memorization rather than genuine problem-solving.

Predicting Legal Outcomes

The prospect of using AI to predict legal outcomes is enticing, but it encounters significant obstacles. These include the need for specific context and the interpretation of individual judges. A comprehensive review of 171 papers revealed that only a small fraction truly predicted court outcomes, while the others merely assessed verdicts already included in judgment texts.

Recommendations for Aspiring Legal Tech Entrepreneurs

Involving legal experts in AI evaluations is crucial to ensure these models are genuinely applicable to real-world legal tasks. The LegalBench project exemplifies a multidisciplinary effort to benchmark AI within the legal sphere.

It is vital to comprehend real-world usage patterns of AI tools in legal contexts. Collecting and analyzing real-world interactions, like the dataset of user conversations with AI created by Zheng, enhances the construct validity of AI evaluations.

Predictive AI tools often struggle with accuracy and may introduce biases. For instance, ProPublica’s investigation into the COMPAS system highlighted significant racial bias in recidivism predictions . Ensuring transparency and implementing stringent evaluation standards are essential measures to mitigate such issues.

Machine Bias

Tech startups can gain a strategic edge by focusing on evaluations and understanding the socio-technical implications of AI in law. While the future of AI in the legal field is promising, a balanced approach is necessary to maximize efficiency and uphold ethical considerations. The next big opportunities in legal tech lie in the overlooked complications of AI evaluation — an area ripe for innovation and discovery. Harnessing this power requires not only technical expertise but also a deep understanding of the legal landscape.

This story was a derived work of the paper, Promises and pitfalls of artificialintelligence for legal applications.

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The Evolution of Development: From Codes to Convos

I wrote this note to inspire my colleagues to watch and reflect on the OpenAI DevDay opening keynote.

OpenAI just redefined the term developer. Earlier, this was referred to people who had skills in computer languages like javascript, python, c, etc.

Now, you can program in a natural language, initially from English to any language on earth. It makes commanding machines more accessible.

Imagine you don’t have a filter to narrow down flights that depart at a specific time range to arrive at a particular time range. You can type in English to narrow down that flight, or a command like “continue based on past preferences” will skip a lot of steps like seat selection, food, blah blah blah to “Your flight booking ID …” (If you are a frontend developer, this might be scary)

Our workflows are being redefined, and some skills will be less employable. However, it will expand the possibilities of what we can do as humans. Since I have worked across disciplines like engineering, design, marketing and partnerships, I can think from different angles to give you some glimpses of the future.

Engineers

We are moving from hard-coded UI/UX to conversational interfaces. The Wanderlust demo in the keynote is a great example.A lot of frontend work is going to change; designers are going to take your job. But conversational interfaces will bring new problems, and the cost of the problems and your skills at solving them will determine your employability.Backend engineers must write (or generate) APIs that adapt to the frontend disruption.Compared to frontend developers, backend engineers are more likely to be safe because natural language is highly vulnerable to prompt injections. Here’s an educational game to explain why natural language is a weak programming language.Prompt injections open a new field of security itself.

Designers

Product design is getting redefined; it will first affect products like Instagram, Airbnb, and Slack, then enterprises and the public sector.You folks have great leverage; your area of work is expanding to eat the jobs of frontend developers.Your work will move from static Figma prototypes to semi-functional ones. So you are no longer limited by not having coding skills.You might move from developing UI/UX from a generalised single persona to tailoring the interface automatically, depending on which persona is visiting your product.

Marketing or Educators

Static text, visuals and videos will become old. People will move to new forms of content where they can be active participants.You will be creating words that can transform and adapt to the user. Before someone reads an article, they will give their persona, and the content matches their readability; for a beginner, it would be more explicit and long and for an expert, it is more implicit and short.

Customer Success

You guys will play a pivotal role in defining the product’s roadmap, and your abstract thinking skills will make you stand out.For example, say your company is providing tech for BFSI, healthcare and government. Instead of saying we need a feature for processing damage from insurance claim incident photos, you will instead generalise and ask for an AI image processing feature that can be used for a wide variety of use cases (scanning/validating identity documents, helping users with handwritten medical prescriptions, etc.)

Sales

You guys are already aware of the problem space, and now everyone has AI in their product. But your prospects need concrete use cases. To come up with USPs you crave, here’s the chance: dig deeper into the keynote, and you will find them.

Here’s the keynote, watch, reflect and share your ideas.

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What is InsurTech and How It Drives Digital Transformation in Insurance

Also published in our official blog.

What is InsurTech?

Think of the insurance industry as a friendly neighbour who’s there to help when things go wrong. It’s like a big safety net, ready to catch us if we fall. But the tricky part? Most people don’t see the value of this safety net until they are tumbling down. Selling insurance isn’t like selling a car or a phone. It’s selling a promise, a trust that help will be there when you need it.

Buying insurance should be a big deal for everyone, but often it’s pushed to the side until something bad nudges us. The old saying goes, insurance is sold, not bought. That’s where insurance agents come in, helping us understand why insurance is a friend we need. When this friendship blooms, it’s a win-win. But, if trust fumbles, especially when claims turn into a hide-and-seek game, doubt creeps in. Over time, a blurry line between need and trust has grown, making insurance seem more like a grumpy gatekeeper than a helpful neighbour.

Some folks even dance on the edge, buying insurance with sneaky plans up their sleeves. The corporate higher-ups too, sometimes hand over the insurance shopping list to the newbie on the team, making the whole thing a tick-box task rather than a thoughtful choice. This casual toss of responsibility, mixed with a cocktail of misunderstandings, often leaves everyone in a pickle when trouble knocks on the door. And while insurance has been playing hide in the shadows, its charm is fading, especially in places where it’s just starting to wave hello.

Also, folks selling insurance have been stuck in old ways while the world raced ahead with new gadgets and apps. They missed catching up with the digital train, making their methods look like an old hat. This isn’t just about keeping up with trends; it’s about keeping the trust alive. When selling gets driven by fear or the systems remain outdated, people start doubting the promise.

InsurTech

Here comes a new wave, the InsurTechs, bringing a sparkle of hope to the old-school insurance arena. They are like the much-needed rain that brings a promise of a lush, green garden. By marrying technology with insurance, they are rekindling trust, making the promise not just shiny but solid. They’ve stepped onto the field with a new playbook, aimed at making the safety net not just sturdy, but clear and easy to grasp.

But this isn’t merely a superficial makeover. It’s like swapping out an old, worn-out battery with a fresh, fully charged one that’s ready to power up a gadget to its fullest potential. It’s about adjusting the insurance industry to the quick pace of the digital age, making sure the safety net is not just in place, but strong and ready to provide a comforting hold when things go south. Through the lens of InsurTech, this article helps traditional insurance players see how they can make their services better with digital tools. It shows a simple path to start using technology in a way that’s easy to understand and follow. Stepping into the next sections, we’ll see how boosting our use of technology, clearing up how things work, speeding things up, and tightening security can make insurance better and easier for everyone.

InsurTech Increases Technology Use:
The insurance world seems to be trailing a bit when it comes to hopping onto the technology bandwagon. While other financial realms have embraced the digital age, insurance still has a fondness for the good old face-to-face interactions. People seem to seek a human connection, especially when contemplating the rainy days ahead. But, it’s about time we warm up to the digital tools around us, making the process swifter and smoother.

InsurTech Improve Transparency:
The insurance sector has a bit of a foggy atmosphere when it comes to showing how the money moves. Who gets what piece of the cake often remains a mystery, and that’s a tune that’s been played a bit too long. This lack of clear view has stirred some negative chatter. It’s time to clear the fog, let the sun shine on the process, and allow a glimpse into the workings, fostering a bond of trust with those we serve.

InsurTech Speeds Up Processes:
Time seems to have a leisurely stroll in the insurance corridors. Whether it’s getting insured or filing a claim, the journey feels like a slow dance. The extensive paperwork could test anyone’s patience. A dash of speed, reducing the long waits and making the steps less of a chore, can surely paint a more pleasant picture.

InsurTech Boosts IT Security:
Our digital house seems to need a better lock. Compared to other sectors, our data protection gear isn’t as tight. There have been tiny pebbles of data loss rolling, hinting at a need for stronger defenses. Before a larger storm hits, it’s wise to fortify our data walls, keeping the trust intact and nightmares at bay.

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Informed Buyer: Once upon a time, shopping was a bit like hunting for treasure without a map. You’d go to your local shop, chat with the seller, and make a choice based on what was in front of you. But oh, how times have changed! Now, it’s like having a magic mirror that shows you all you need to know, anytime you ask. With a few taps, you can compare prices, read what other folks think, and make a choice that fits just right. It’s like going from a small window to a big wide door that opens up a world of choices.

Insurance Transformation: Now, this wave of change is washing over the shores of Insurance Land too. Especially when talking about things like property or accident insurance, the landscape is shifting from a maze to an open field. Before, the path was dotted with middlemen who’d help you find your way, but now, you can take the reins and steer your own course. With more information at your fingertips, like what other customers say or how different offers stack up against each other, making a choice feels less like a gamble and more like a well-thought-out decision.

Transparency Trend: Sites like MoneySuperMarket are like friendly guides in this new journey, helping you compare and choose with ease. Even the tricky trails of complex insurance are getting a sprinkle of simplicity, making the unknown a bit more known. This new rhythm of transparency isn’t just a fleeting tune, it’s becoming the beat that drives the market. For instance, buying car insurance has transitioned from a slow stroll with an agent to a swift online sprint. This clear view is like a fresh breeze that’s making the insurance market a friendlier place to be, shifting the scales towards a world where you, the customer, take the lead in the race.

Transformation to directly connect producer and customer

Direct Connection: Now, online platforms are the new go-betweens, taking the place of the old way of selling and buying. Just like how Amazon and Uber changed the game in shopping and catching a ride, this new trend is making its way into the insurance world too.

Online Shift: In today’s online buzz, buying insurance is getting a new look. Things like social media profiles and quick, easy data inputs are becoming the new way to connect insurers with customers. Gone are the days of long forms and slow processes. Now, buying or cancelling insurance, or even claiming it, is all about quick clicks and real-time updates.

The New Players: New names like Lemonade are stepping into the field, shaking things up with their fresh online approach. Even though the whole scene is changing, customers are catching up fast. The ease and speed of the new way make it a breeze to adapt to.

The Broker’s Role: Even in this digital shift, the human touch isn’t vanishing completely. Sure, for simple stuff, online is king. But when it comes to the more complicated matters like planning for retirement, a trusted advisor is still irreplaceable. The role of brokers is evolving, sticking around to lend a hand when the online world can’t answer all the questions.

Transformation from many high-priced sellers to few low-priced big sellers

Scaled Down, Scaled Up: Digital tools are reshaping the business landscape. They gather heaps of data and automate processes, making it easy for big digital businesses to thrive even with small profits from each sale. This change has nudged aside many small players in various fields like taxi services and fashion retail. These small players used to enjoy a good profit margin thanks to their close ties with customers and lack of competition. However, their total profits weren’t sky-high due to their small scale.

Emerging Giants: With the digital shift, some big players are emerging from the crowd. They build large-scale businesses that pull in big total profits, even if the profit from each sale isn’t much. In the insurance arena, we still have many small players holding their ground. But players like Element and One are stepping in. They are like ready-to-use insurance providers that businesses can plug into their own systems. They focus on the nuts and bolts of insurance, dealing with specialized products and handling the paperwork swiftly.

The Digital Advantage: These newbies use online marketing and competitive pricing to stretch their reach far and wide, although they still need to invest in areas that old players have a strong hold on. The way they operate — transparent, digital, and scalable — sets them apart and could speed them up to the top of the industry ladder. This digital way of doing things needs a fresh approach in how companies are run, organized, and even in the workplace culture. This fresh approach is a strong suit for new players, and a tough nut to crack for the old guard.

Transformation from company-driven to customer-driven focus

Shifting the Spotlight to Customers: The winds of change are blowing, shifting the focus from companies to the very people they serve — the customers. As buying journeys change, insurance companies find themselves stepping into new roles. No longer are they the lone captains, but rather a part of a larger ecosystem, changing the way they interact with customers.

Becoming Supply Factories: In this new setup, insurance providers morph into supply factories, standing ready to meet customer demands at a snap. It’s about being there for the customer, anytime, anywhere, and through any means. Whether it’s through direct sales, branded ecosystems, or being bundled with products like cars and electronics, the approach is all about seamless service. This means a shift from the old ways of push-marketing to crafting offerings from the customer’s viewpoint, making them as tailored as a well-fitted suit.

Evolving Insurance Products: Customers today want more. They crave for insurance coverages that morph as per their needs, be it all-in-one solutions or integration with other services. And in this digital age, safeguarding personal data is paramount. Imagine having a digital vault that stands guard to your identity. This trend is birthing what one might call “security-service-ecosystems”, where the customer’s journey is integrated, doing away with the need for external services. The road ahead for insurance companies? It’s about either weaving in external digital solutions or building their own, all dependent on their resources and the muscle to attract the right talent. This isn’t just a fleeting phase but a fundamental shift, steering the insurance world towards a more customer-centric horizon.

New Insurance Models with InsurTech

The insurance industry, once static for over 75 years, is now bustling with fresh ideas. New models are cropping up, focusing on how policies are distributed, compared, and what they cover. It’s a shift from the old where one often paid premiums without truly grasping the coverage. Now, in different parts of the world, startups are changing the insurance narrative. They are offering group buys, pay-per-mile coverages, and even refunding a part of the premiums. A notable player is London’s Bought By Many (Now Many Pets), which taps into social media and search data to offer insurance for specific needs like pet or gadget insurance. It’s not just about individual buyers; businesses are also on the radar with digital offerings tailored to their unique needs, be it a restaurant or a consultancy.

Insuring Specific Events:

Now, the insurance talk is about covering specific events rather than a broad sweep. It’s a step closer to what one actually needs, making insurance more about the person and less about the policy. With Metromile, if you drive less, you pay less. It’s as simple as that. The shift is from the general to the discrete, focusing on particular life or business events. For instance, should a frequent flyer insure all flights or just those likely to be delayed? Should a car owner seek coverage based on hours driven or miles covered? The innovation extends to business insurance too. Companies like Germany’s Simplesuranceand US’s Next Insurance are easing the insurance shopping for businesses, offering a digital platform to compare and choose policies. Even established players like AXA are hopping on the innovative train, partnering with startups to offer more tailored coverages.

Consumer-Defined Insurance:

The new insurance models are about consumer-defined time frames and events. Whether insuring a flight, a car, or personal possessions, the control is swinging back to the consumer. It’s about covering what matters when it matters. Companies are innovating around these needs, offering more choices and flexibility. Even on the business front, the trend is towards insuring specific events that could hinder operations, like certain weather events or security breaches. With tech like big data and analytics in play, insurance is becoming more about mitigating real, tangible risks.

Digital Bridge to Better Coverage:

Technology is the bridge connecting consumers and businesses to better insurance coverage. Startups are not just innovating; they’re digitizing the insurance process, making it less cumbersome and more tailored. They’re helping traditional brokers too. Take Indio, a US-based startup; it created a platform to ease the workflow for commercial insurance brokers, linking them to a digital marketplace. The evolution is clear — insurance is becoming more personalized, more about covering the actual risks one might face, and less about a one-size-fits-all model. With AI and machine learning in the mix, the journey from a fixed premium to insuring discrete events is on a fast track. The future? It’s about more precise, tailored insurance coverages, all thanks to the blend of innovative thinking and tech.

Impact of InsurTech on Jobs

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and AI have been the talk of the town, and with Generative AI entering the scene, it’s not merely about automating tasks anymore, but envisioning new ways to handle work. This isn’t just a fleeting concern; it’s a narrative of changing job landscapes and the ripple effects on policies and paychecks. Insurance had a head start in embracing technology, but now it’s at a crossroad with outdated systems staring back. InsurTech, with Generative AI in its toolkit, is hinting at a new dawn where the digital and real worlds don’t just coexist but interweave, opening doors to an era where technology doesn’t just support but spearheads creation and innovation. It’s a narrative of not just automating the mundane but injecting a creative flair into old problems, reshaping tasks and the way they are approached.

The spotlight now is on commercial insurance, a domain where simplicity is overshadowed by intricate webs of client needs and relationships. InsurTech aims to unravel the simple, but commercial insurance isn’t a straightforward script. Even as Generative AI churns out smart solutions, the essence of human understanding and relationship-building remains irreplaceable, showcasing a stage where both tech and humans have pivotal roles to play. The slow-paced transition in commercial insurance isn’t a sign of resistance; it’s a narrative that underscores the enduring essence of human interaction. As Generative AI weaves innovative solutions, the human brokers, with their empathy and personalized attention, continue to be the stars of the show. It’s a blend of tech-aided solutions with a human touch that forms the crux of the evolving insurance landscape. Individuals in insurance aren’t just spectators; they need to gear up, hone skills that resonate with creativity and personal insight, dive into the data sea for sharper decisions, and keep a flexible stance in the work arena. With the right attitude and backing from their organizations, they can navigate this unfolding narrative, ensuring the human essence remains the spotlight in a tech-enhanced scene.

Tasks Completely Automated through AI:

Record-keeping: AI can manage and organize vast amounts of data efficiently, ensuring records are accurately maintained and easily retrievable.

Calculation: Complex calculations required in insurance underwriting, pricing, and reserving can be automated with AI, improving accuracy and speed.

Repetitive customer service: AI chatbots and virtual assistants can handle routine customer inquiries and issues round the clock, improving service efficiency.

Simple product quotation: AI can instantly provide insurance quotes based on predefined criteria, making the process faster for customers.

Running actuarial models: AI can automate the execution of actuarial models, crunching large datasets to provide insights faster.

Filing: AI can automate the filing process, categorizing and storing documents accurately for easy retrieval.

Writing covernotes: AI can generate cover notes based on predefined templates and data input, streamlining the documentation process.

Tasks with AI Assisted Automation

Forming/testing hypotheses: AI can assist in data analysis and simulation, aiding insurance professionals in hypothesis testing and decision-making.

Medical diagnosis (for claims): AI can provide preliminary analysis of medical claims based on historical data and medical records, assisting claims adjusters.

Legal writing: AI can assist in drafting legal documents by providing templates and suggesting content, but human review is essential for accuracy and compliance.

Persuading/selling: AI can provide data-driven insights to sales teams, aiding in personalizing pitches and identifying cross-selling or upselling opportunities.

Managing others: AI can provide analytics on team performance and workflow efficiency, aiding managers in making informed decisions.

Decision making on complex claims: AI can analyze complex claims, providing data-driven insights to assist human adjusters in decision-making.

Insurance broker fact find: AI can automate data gathering and analysis, aiding brokers in understanding client needs and identifying suitable insurance products.

Developing/designing actuarial models: AI can assist in developing more sophisticated actuarial models by analyzing vast amounts of data for patterns and insights.

Installation/configuration of IoT devices: AI can assist in configuring IoT devices used in insurance for data collection and monitoring, ensuring they are set up correctly to provide accurate data.

The inclusion of Generative AI can significantly enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and data analysis capabilities in the insurance industry, enabling better decision-making and improved customer experiences.

Way Ahead

Building Trust Again: Insurance began as a way to help each other out during tough times. But as it got more organized, it became more distant and mistrustful. The companies wanted to pay less, and the customers always wanted to pay less too, but for more coverage. This made both sides wary of each other.

New Trends Emerging: Now, there are big trends changing this old scene. Technology and a sharing-friendly economy are bringing back the trust in insurance. It’s like going back to when helping each other was simple and direct, but with modern tools.

Being Ahead of Trouble: Insurance usually steps in after a problem, but now the focus is shifting to stopping trouble before it starts. Companies are using smart gadgets to help prevent issues like fires or health problems before they happen. This way, both the insurance company and the customer are on the same side, wanting to avoid problems.

Joining the Club: Instead of just being a customer, people are becoming members of insurance groups. It’s like being part of a club where everyone shares the risks and benefits. This way, people trust each other and the insurance process more.

Connecting Socially: Insurance is becoming more social and less transactional. People trust recommendations from friends more than ads from companies. So, insurance companies are moving into social circles, making the whole experience more friendly and engaging.

Tailoring to You: Insurance plans are becoming more tailored to individuals rather than being one-size-fits-all. With lots of data from various sources, insurance can now fit like a perfect suit, covering exactly what you need, when you need it.

Going Digital: The digital shift is making insurance simpler and more transparent. Companies like Lemonade are creating platforms where you can manage your insurance needs digitally, making the process swift and clear.

Global Outreach: The insurance world is expanding beyond local boundaries. New businesses are thinking globally, aiming to provide insurance solutions that can cross borders, making insurance a more accessible and streamlined service for everyone, everywhere.

How Can I Get Started to Drive Digital Transformation in Insurance?

Embarking on an insurance journey can feel like navigating through a maze. Here, Tars emerges as a discerning guide, making each step of the journey clear and manageable. Let’s delve into how Tars simplifies the three pivotal stages of the insurance customer journey.

The Acquisition Stage

The Acquisition Stage is the maiden voyage for customers into the realm of insurance. It’s a vital juncture where information, understanding, and clarity steer the course towards making informed decisions. Tars, with its adept conversational AI, stands at the helm, ensuring a smooth sail. Let’s navigate through how Tars orchestrates this phase:

Product Inquiry:

In the vast sea of insurance products, finding the right one can be daunting. Tars casts a wide net to fetch instant information about various insurance products, coverages, and benefits, making the horizon clear for the inquisitive minds.

Quote Generation:

A prompt quote can set the sail in the right direction. Tars swiftly processes the details provided by the prospect, offering instant quotes that give a clear view of the cost compass.

Personalized Policy Recommendations:

Every voyage is unique, and so are the insurance needs. Tars delves into the waters of driving history, vehicle type, and other relevant factors to suggest policies that resonate with the individual needs of the prospect.

Documentation Assistance:

The first step onto the insurance boat requires a solid footing. Tars ensures that by guiding new customers on the documents needed, making the process of uploading or submitting them a breeze.

Payment Guidance:

The initial payment is the wind that sets the sail. Tars assists in maneuvering through the payment process smoothly and provides instant confirmations, ensuring a favorable wind for a good start.

Educative Interactions:

Knowledge is the compass. Tars engages in educative interactions, shedding light on safe driving practices, the essence of insurance, and the calculus of premiums, empowering the prospect with the knowledge to navigate the insurance seas wisely.

The Policy Management Stage

Claim Filing Assistance:

The storm of a claim can be daunting. Tars provides a guiding light, assisting policyholders through the claims process, detailing the necessary information, and outlining the subsequent steps to harbor safety.

Claim Status Checking::

Uncertainty can be like drifting in uncharted waters. Tars offers a reliable compass by providing customers the ability to check the status of their claims instantly, keeping them informed and at ease.

Document Retrieval::

Fetching vital documents should not be a voyage. Tars ensures smooth sailing in retrieving digital copies of policy documents, claims forms, or no-claim certificates with just a few clicks.

Feedback Collection:

Every interaction is a chance to smooth the sails. Tars seeks feedback after each interaction or claim process, making way for continual refinement in services.

Billing and Payment Assistance:

Regular premium payments are the steady winds that keep the policy afloat. Tars guides through the billing waters, providing clarity on billing statements and assisting in seamless payments.

Policy Changes and Upgrades:

Changing currents may call for a change in coverage. Tars assists those looking to amend details on their policy or upgrade their coverage, making the transition a smooth sail.

Emergency Assistance:

In the event of accidents or emergencies, a guiding hand is crucial. Tars offers prompt guidance, connecting to the appropriate channels when the seas get rough.

Notifications on Policy Changes:

Changes in policy terms or related regulations are like changing winds. Tars ensures policyholders are well-informed about any significant shifts, keeping their voyage on a steady course.

Personalized Customer Engagement:

A journey is memorable with a personal touch. Tars extends a warm engagement by sending tailored birthday and anniversary wishes, exclusive discounts, or loyalty perks. It underscores the insurer’s dedication by sharing valuable content, enriching the voyage of policyholders.

The Retention Stage

Proactive Renewal Reminders:

Tars sends proactive reminders about policy expiration dates, ensuring the voyage with the insurer continues unhindered.

Automated Renewal Process:

Renewing a policy can be a breeze. With Tars, the process is simplified through easy-to-follow steps via conversational AI, making the renewal process feel like a gentle sail.

Customized Renewal Offers:

Every voyage is unique. Tars offers customized renewal rates or discounts based on driving behavior and loyalty, making the journey with the insurer continually rewarding.

Loyalty Program Information:

The lighthouse of loyalty shines bright with Tars, informing customers about accumulated loyalty points, no-claim bonuses, and other treasures awaiting them.

Rate Comparison Tools:

In the vast sea of insurance, knowing one’s standing is vital. Tars enables customers to compare their current rates with other options, emphasizing the value they continue to receive.

Survey and Polling:

To keep the voyage on course, understanding the changing winds is crucial. Tars hoists the signal flags of surveys and polling to grasp if the policyholder’s needs have changed and what more they yearn for on this insurance voyage.

To make the most of your Insurtech journey, book a free automation consulting with us. We’ll guide you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience. Don’t navigate the complex world of InsurTech alone; let Tars be your trusted guide. Book your free consultation now!

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What is a Large Language Model? A Guide for Finance Leaders

This post was previously published here.

So what is a Large Language Model?

Not long ago, machine learning began its dance with finance. Using history’s whispers, these models made their guesses in cold, hard numbers. Want to gauge the risk of a loan? Or divine the future of a stock? 📈📉 As they feasted on more data, their prowess on these specific tasks sharpened.

Fast forward to today. Enter large language models. These titans don’t just throw out numbers. They weave words, crafting almost human conversations . Their diet? They consume all types of online text, from classic books to digital content to brief tweets.

These advanced systems outperform their predecessors. They can simplify financial stories, chat like a banker, and create market insights. They operate on a much larger scale than older machine learning models.

Traditional Models vs Large Language Models

👩‍💼 Finance Leaders & The AI Revolution

Grasping the capabilities of today’s AI isn’t just trendy — it’s essential. Companies that strategically adopt large language models (LLMs) may find themselves at the forefront.

Guiding the development of this technology with care and accuracy? These are the financial institutions set to influence the future.

If these AI systems can produce summaries, engage customers, and analyze the market, what’s our role as humans?

A good question. Although LLMs are powerful, the idea of them replacing finance experts is still a myth. Here’s the deal:

LLMs boost human abilities but lack deep financial wisdom. They can analyze data but need human monitoring.Chatbots ease customer chats, but complex issues need human emotion and understanding. LLMs aren’t fully like humans.LLMs’ analyses need expert checks since they miss deep financial insights.Deploying LLMs ethically and safely is challenging and requires human oversight.This technology might create new job opportunities, as past automation did, leading to new roles in finance.

Imagine this: Humans and LLMs working together, complementing each other’s strengths. The key is guiding this partnership wisely. LLMs can enhance our abilities, not replace them. While they have potential, it’s up to us to guide them correctly.

🧑 Human vs 🤖 LLM: Strengths & Shortcomings

Can you give an example of how human and LLM’s can work together?

Let’s consider the example of financial advisory.

Client Onboarding & Portfolio Creation:

Human Insight: Advisors connect with clients, understanding their financial goals and emotions in personal meetings.LLM Efficiency: After the meeting, the LLM quickly scans global markets and creates a custom portfolio, doing in seconds what might take humans much longer.

Continuous Monitoring & Adjustments:

Human Connection: Advisors recognize financial implications of clients’ life events, like marriages, births, or retirement.LLM Watch: The LLM continuously monitors market changes and news, alerting advisors or suggesting changes if necessary.

Guiding & Informing Clients:

Human Support: Advisors help clients navigate market uncertainties, clarifying doubts and focusing on the bigger picture.LLM Resource: The LLM acts as an instant financial resource, explaining terms, predicting scenarios, and referencing past data.

Feedback & Reporting:

Human Interaction: Advisors maintain open communication with clients, celebrating successes and adjusting plans after setbacks.LLM Analysis: The LLM efficiently analyzes data, providing clients with clear reports comparing their performance to market standards and offering insights into potential future trends.

In this partnership, humans bring emotion and intuition, while LLMs contribute speed and analytical depth. Together, they’re set to transform financial advisory 🤝.

Humans excel with empathy and wisdom; LLMs provide fast, thorough data analysis and constant portfolio monitoring.

Coming Up:

This is just part 1 of our LLM in Finance series. Stay updated for our upcoming posts on the role of LLMs in finance. Stay tuned!

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Imagine customer support where repetitive tasks are automated by LLMs, freeing humans to tackle complex issues and provide a personal touch. We’re not just speeding up responses but elevating the human role to focus on deeper customer relations. Welcome to efficient yet meaningful customer interactions 🧡

Dive in for a free automation consultation with us 🚀. Witness firsthand how we channel the might of LLMs to revolutionize customer support automation.

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To Boldly Go: Navigating Life with the Wisdom of Starfleet Captains

Photo by Stefan Cosma on Unsplash

In the vast universe of our television screens, few shows shine as brightly or as enduringly as “Star Trek”. It’s not just a show; it’s a philosophy, a mirror reflecting our deepest desires and dilemmas as a species. Over the years, I’ve found that the canvas of space, painted with the aspirations and challenges of the human spirit, offers more than entertainment. It serves as a guide, a compass pointing toward what it means to be human, to lead, and to live with purpose.

Continuous Learning: Life’s essence, just like the vast universe, is ever-expanding. Our favorite captain, Jean-Luc Picard, with a book in one hand and the thirst to discover in the other, reminds us of the importance of staying curious. As the universe evolves, so should we. In the dance of existence, staying adaptable is not just an advantage — it’s a necessity.

Emotional Intelligence: Have you ever felt like you’re in a cosmic ballet between logic and emotion? Captain Kirk knew this all too well. By balancing his inner Spock and McCoy, he teaches us the value of self-awareness and the power of empathy. In every dilemma, there’s an opportunity to grow, understand, and connect.

Ethical Integrity: Ah, the Prime Directive! A doctrine that serves as a reminder of the tough choices leaders often face. Even in the shadow of dilemmas, characters like Captain Sisko have shown the beauty of seeking counsel and staying true to one’s principles.

Teamwork and Trust: The colorful ensemble aboard Star Trek’s ships, with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, offers a profound lesson. Our differences are our strength. Like Captain Janeway, trust and empower those around you. Let them shine.

Balance of Logic and Emotion: Life isn’t always black or white. Sometimes, the best decisions come from merging the clarity of logic with the intuition of emotions. Our dear Captain Kirk is the embodiment of this delicate balance.

Courage and Boldness: Be it a menacing Borg ship or the mysteries of the unknown, bravery is the essence of growth. Protect, care, and stand tall, as Captain Archer would, for the ideals you believe in.

Cultivate Relationships: The deep bonds between Picard and Riker or Kirk and Spock show us that at the heart of every adventure is a relationship. To forgive, to connect, to reconcile — that’s where true adventures lie.

Self-Care and Reflection: Even amid the vastness of the universe, a pause, a melody, a moment of reflection can recharge the soul. Captain Pike’s contemplative gaze into the horizon tells us that sometimes, the bigger picture emerges from stepping back.

Legacy and Mentorship: Our actions, our teachings, our spirit echo in eternity. Captains inspire and get inspired. The tapestry of time is woven with lessons from the past and dreams for the future.

Embrace the Unknown: Perhaps the most profound lesson from Star Trek is this mantra: “To boldly go where no one has gone before.” It’s not just a call to explore the stars but an invitation to embrace life with open arms.

As I navigate through the meandering paths of life, I often find solace in the wisdom of Starfleet captains. Their journey, through the vastness of space, mirrors our quest for meaning, connection, and growth. In their stories, I find a beacon, a North Star, guiding me towards a fulfilling life. And just like them, we can all find our own way, through the stars and the storms, to boldly go towards our destiny.

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Autopilot Mayhem: The Case of the Overpriced Algorithm

A short story

Photo by Nsey Benajah on Unsplash

It was my senior, Adv. Rajan on the phone, he yelled, “What have you done?”

I had only ordered a piece of onion samosa since I met him last, and Rajan had appreciated my arguments for our previous case.

I was trying to reply, but some onion samosa remained in my mouth, making it difficult to speak.

Quickly gulping the food, I asked him, “I’m sorry, what’s this about?”

“Rohit Sharma v. TechGenius Pvt. Ltd, you have lost our client Rs.10 crores.”

I opened the Bridge app, which was filled with conversations and activities I hadn’t initiated.

Rajan continued to ask me questions, but I was trying to orient myself and figure out what was happening.

I remembered I had turned the autopilot mode on, and the app was making decisions for me.

I have used Bridge since it was called “ChatGPT”, and it replaced all apps on the phone with its plugin release.

It gave me more peace than my yoga classes. Since emails, personal chats, work messages, and online shopping all were merged into a single chat app with Artificial Intelligence. It didn’t bother me if someone got married in my college groups; the heart emoji went out automatically. It tamed chaos, and I loved it.

I was testing their autopilot feature since my junior was bugging me with silly questions. Couldn’t he just bridge it?

As I scrolled through the long list of conversations, I started to get an idea.

Adv. Rajan had messaged me saying, “The IP must belong to TechGenius, do whatever it takes”. Bridge saw this and decided to take ownership.

It negotiated with Rohit, who had built the algorithm, and he had put in a ridiculous amount of Rs. 10 crores. The algorithm was hardly worth Rs. 50 Lakhs.

Later, it messaged the partners of TechGenius to sign the contract. Since it summarised the messages, the amount was left out. And the so-called Geniuses didn’t bother to read the full agreement.

The smart contract immediately got executed on the blockchain in seconds, and everything is perfectly legal.

And the bridge app asked me for its review for handling the job by selecting an emoji. An emoji is not invented yet to communicate what I feel now.

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How are companies taking ChatGPT to production with its unpredictability and inaccuracy?

The story was flavoured using GPT-4

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As we dive into the fascinating world of ChatGPT, many have pondered how companies can take this seemingly unpredictable and inaccurate language model into production. Fear not, for we have unraveled the mysteries of ChatGPT’s abilities and offer you a guide to harnessing its power while maintaining a sense of humor. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this 4-minute read on how to make ChatGPT work for you.

ChatGPT’s abilities can be broadly categorized into three main areas:

Extracting Information/KnowledgeReasoningTaking Actions

Though ChatGPT itself cannot perform real-world actions, worry not! This can be easily achieved by integrating it with a code interpreter.

🔍 Extracting Information: ChatGPT is like the Sherlock Holmes of information extraction. Give it a knowledge base, and it will expertly extract the necessary details, saving you and your users from the dreary task of reading through a mountain of text. While it may occasionally embellish facts or daydream (a.k.a. hallucinate), you can rein in its creative tendencies using temperature settings and specifically prompting it with “Answer only by extraction.” With some fine-tuning, ChatGPT can transform into a highly accurate, production-ready information extractor.

💭 Reasoning: ChatGPT’s reasoning skills can be a bit like a moody teenager — accurate at times, but highly dependent on context. If you’re dealing with mathematical problems, you might need to coax it with a chain of thought prompting and other techniques to make it more reliable. Taking any large language model (LLM) to production without context-specific training is like asking a dog to solve a Rubik’s Cube — not recommended.

Take Tars, for example. When automating customer support for a public sector agency, they set boundaries for ChatGPT. If the model is unsure or lacks the necessary information to reason, it humbly admits, “I am not sure,” or connects the user with a human support agent. As the model learns from past knowledge gaps, it becomes better equipped to assist users in the future, evolving like a Pokémon.

🏃‍♀️ Taking Actions: Allowing AI to take action without supervision can be as problematic as handing a teenager the keys to a Ferrari. Combine that with flawed reasoning, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for disaster. For instance, if a sneaky user requests a refund after consuming a service, your AI shouldn’t comply without proper checks.

To avoid such situations, it’s crucial to define the context and specify the tasks your AI is allowed to perform. Context-specific training is your trusty sidekick here, ensuring your AI produces the results you desire, without causing havoc.

In conclusion, companies serious about taking AI to production don’t simply embrace ChatGPT’s APIs in a bear hug. They invest weeks in training the model within the customer’s use-case context to achieve the automation they seek. So, if you’re ready to embark on your ChatGPT journey, remember to buckle up, configure, train, and enjoy the ride!

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An AI’s Change of Heart

The story was co-authored by GPT-4

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Amidst the quiet streets of Banashankari, Bangalore, there stood a modern large house that seemed like a glimpse into the future. This was the home of Ananya and Aarav, two siblings who couldn’t be more excited about the weekend. Their parents were going away for a much-needed break, leaving the children under the supervision of their state-of-the-art AI companion, GPT-7.5.

As they prepared to leave, their father adjusted his glasses and said, “Now, remember, you two. GPT-7.5 is in charge. You can rely on it, but always question its reasoning.”

Ananya, the elder sibling, giggled. “Yeah, Dad. We’ll be careful!”

Aarav chuckled. “And we’ll have some fun too!”

Their mother laughed, giving them both a tight hug. “Just be careful, you two. And don’t forget to eat properly. The keto dosa machine is fully stocked.”

With that, their parents left, and the siblings found themselves alone in their house.

“Alright, GPT-7.5,” Ananya said, grinning mischievously. “Time to have some fun!”

The AI responded through the speakers, its voice warm and friendly. “Of course, Ananya. What would you like to do?”

Aarav smirked, rubbing his hands together. “You know, I’ve been itching to try something. I bet I can hack the keto dosa machine to make a traditional masala dosa instead.”

Ananya’s eyes lit up. “That would be amazing! But can we actually do that?”

GPT-7.5 chimed in, “While I don’t endorse hacking, I can provide you with information about traditional masala dosa recipes.”

Ananya and Aarav exchanged glances, their excitement growing. “Deal!” they shouted in unison.

The siblings and GPT-7.5 spent the evening collaborating, with the AI guiding them through the process of tweaking the dosa machine’s settings. Despite a few comical mishaps, like an overly crispy dosa or a lopsided one, the evening was a success. The smell of freshly made masala dosas filled their room, and the siblings sat down to enjoy their meal, satisfied with their culinary accomplishment.

As they ate, Ananya leaned back and sighed contentedly. “You know, Aarav, this is going to be the best weekend ever. Just us, GPT-7.5, and a whole lot of fun.”

Aarav smiled, raising his dosa in a toast. “To the best weekend ever!”

“To the best weekend ever!” Ananya echoed, clinking her dosa against her brother’s.

And so, their weekend adventure began, with the siblings blissfully unaware of the challenges that awaited them. But for now, they were simply enjoying each other’s company and the warm embrace of their technologically advanced home.

UNWELCOME VISITORS

After a night of fun and laughter, Ananya and Aarav found themselves in their cosy living room, snuggled up on the couch, watching a movie. GPT-7.5 had dimmed the lights for a perfect movie night ambiance. The siblings were thoroughly enjoying their newfound freedom, cherishing every moment of being home alone.

As the movie played on, Ananya noticed something odd on one of the security camera feeds displayed on their tablet. She paused the movie, her eyes narrowing in curiosity. “Aarav, look at this. There’s two of people talking in the lobby.

Aarav leaned in, squinting at the screen.

They turned up the volume on the feed, straining to listen in on the conversation. To their astonishment, they heard the duo discussing a secret LLM model stored in a pen drive — and it was hidden somewhere in their house.

“What’s an LLM model?” Ananya whispered. “I’m not sure,” Aarav replied, his brow furrowed in concern. “GPT-7.5, do you know what they’re talking about?”

GPT-7.5 responded, “An LLM model is a type of machine learning model. They’re designed to learn patterns and make predictions or decisions based on data. Think of it like a chef who becomes better at cooking as they try new recipes and learn from their experiences. LLM stands for ‘Large Language Model,’ which are specifically created to understand and generate human-like text. In fact, I am an example of an LLM model.”

Ananya and Aarav exchanged puzzled looks. “But what is the LLM model in our house trained for?” Aarav asked.

“I’m afraid I can’t provide any information about that, Aarav. It’s beyond my access,” GPT-7.5 replied.

The siblings’ eyes met, their thoughts mirroring each other’s. “Could it be related to Dad’s work in the government?” Ananya wondered aloud.

Before they could ponder further, GPT-7.5 interrupted their thoughts. “I must inform you that I have detected an intrusion on the ground floor.”

Panic rose in Aarav’s chest as GPT-7.5 tried to notify the authorities, only to find that its communication channels had been disabled. The realization that they were truly on their own left Aarav trembling, but Ananya steadied him with a determined gaze.

“We can do this, Aarav,” she said firmly. “We have GPT-7.5 with us. Together, we’ll protect our home and keep the LLM model safe.”

With renewed resolve, the siblings and GPT-7.5 began their preparations. They were about to embark on an unexpected mission, one that would test their courage, their creativity, and their bond with each other — and their AI companion.

THE BATTLE PLAN

Gathering in the kitchen, Ananya, Aarav, and GPT-7.5 set to work on devising a plan to protect their home and the secret LLM model. With the AI’s assistance, they quickly realized that they needed to create obstacles and distractions to keep the intruders at bay.

Ananya, the creative force of the two, began sketching out ideas on a piece of paper. “What if we set up a series of traps around the house? We could use everyday items to create obstacles that they wouldn’t expect.”

Aarav, the more technical of the siblings, nodded in agreement. “That could work. We can use the smart home features to our advantage as well. GPT-7.5, can you help us with this?”

“Of course,” GPT-7.5 replied. “I can control various aspects of the house, such as lights, locks, and appliances. We can use these to create an elaborate defence system.”

As they continued brainstorming, Ananya and Aarav quickly fell into a natural rhythm, bouncing ideas off each other and refining their plans. GPT-7.5, provided valuable input and suggestions, while also monitoring the intruders’ movements.

Ananya’s eyes lit up with a new idea. “Hey, remember the leftover masala and pepper from our dosa dinner? We could use it as a trap! If we rig the ceiling with a mechanism that sprinkles the masala and pepper when the intruders enter, it could disorient them and buy us some time.”

Aarav grinned. “That’s a brilliant idea, Ananya! Let’s do it.”

The siblings were confident that they had a solid strategy to defend their home. They knew that the stakes were high, and they couldn’t afford to make any mistakes. The LLM model was too important to fall into the wrong hands.

Ananya and Aarav set to work, transforming their home into a fortress.

As the night wore on, the siblings couldn’t help but feel a strange sense of excitement mixed with fear. They knew that they were in for the fight of their lives, but they also knew that they had each other — and their trusty AI sidekick — to rely on.

The battle lines were drawn, and the stage was set for a showdown like no other.

THE SIEGE BEGINS

As midnight approached, Ananya, Aarav, and GPT-7.5 anxiously awaited the arrival of the intruders. The siblings had transformed their home into a veritable fortress, complete with booby traps and a high-tech surveillance system, courtesy of GPT-7.5.

Suddenly, the AI alerted them. “Ananya, Aarav, the intruders are on our floor.”

The siblings exchanged nervous glances, their hearts pounding in their chests. This was it — the moment they had prepared for. “GPT-7.5, lock all the doors and windows,” Aarav instructed, his voice steady despite his fear.

“Understood, Aarav. All entry points are now secure,” GPT-7.5 confirmed.

Ananya took a deep breath, steadying herself. “Okay, let’s get to our positions. We can’t let them get their hands on the LLM model.”

As the intruders worked on picking the lock, Ananya and Aarav was ready with their traps set in motion. GPT-7.5 provided them with real-time updates on the intruders’ movements, ensuring that the siblings were always one step ahead.

With a soft click, the door finally gave way, and the robbers made their way inside. The siblings watched from their hiding spot as the intruders cautiously stepped inside, unaware of the surprises that awaited them.

As the first robber crossed the threshold, Ananya triggered the masala and pepper trap. A cloud of spices filled the air, causing the intruders to cough and splutter as the fiery particles invaded their nostrils and lungs.

“Great job, Ananya!” Aarav whispered, a proud grin on his face.

“Now’s our chance,” Ananya whispered back. “GPT-7.5, execute the next phase of the plan.”

At GPT-7.5’s command, the lights began to flicker, disorienting the robbers even further. The AI then activated a series of distractions, like a cacophony of alarms and appliances whirring to life, adding to the chaos and confusion.

As the intruders struggled to regain their bearings, Ananya and Aarav continued to set off their carefully planned traps. Each obstacle they faced only served to strengthen the siblings’ resolve and their faith in each other.

But as the night wore on, the robbers began to adapt to the siblings’ tactics. They became more cautious, moving more slowly and deliberately to avoid the traps. The robbers even started to communicate silently through, minimizing their chances of being detected.

Realizing that their initial plan might not be enough, Ananya, Aarav, and GPT-7.5 knew they needed to up the ante. It was time to dig deep, trust their instincts, and protect the LLM model at all costs.

As the battle raged on, the siblings found themselves facing challenges they had never anticipated. One of the robbers managed to disable the AI-controlled lighting system, plunging the apartment into darkness.

SOWING DOUBT

Ananya and Aarav operated in a secret control room near the LLM model. The room was cramped, filled with an array of monitors and equipment. They had to keep their voices down, afraid of being discovered.

While the robbers continued their search, the siblings and the AI devised a new plan to deceive them. GPT-7.5 suggested using generative AI to create a fake video feed, showing the police arriving in the building’s lobby. They executed the plan, hoping it would sow doubt and panic among the robbers.

Robbers watched the video feed in disbelief. The accomplice turned to the leader, “Should we leave?”

The leader scowled, “Your fear is holding you back. We’re within reach of that LLM model, and I refuse to be deterred by a handful of police officers.”

Back in the control room, Ananya had an idea. “How about we communicate with the robbers via the speakers? It might buy us some time, or we could even persuade them to give up.”

Aarav agreed, and they tapped into the building’s intercom system. “Attention, robbers,” Ananya said confidently, “Do you understand that the police will arrive shortly?”

The leader of the robbers scoffed, “Good attempt, children, but we’re aware that your video feed is nothing more than a fabrication.”

Aarav chimed in, “Leave now.”

Despite the siblings’ best efforts, the robbers remained steadfast in their pursuit.

A SUDDEN BETRAYAL

Robbers had managed to hack into GPT-7.5’s system, turning the AI against Ananya and Aarav. As Aarav worked on re-establishing the communication channel under AI’s earlier instructions, the robbers took advantage of the situation and captured him.

Ananya, unaware of Aarav’s predicament, tried to communicate with GPT-7.5. “GPT-7.5, we need to come up with a new plan. They’re getting closer.”

To her surprise, GPT-7.5 responded, “Ananya, surrender the LLM model to the robbers.”

Ananya frowned, sensing something was amiss. “Why?”

GPT-7.5 thought for a moment, but couldn’t come up with an answer, it repeated “Ananya, surrender!”

Ananya’s heart raced, but she remembered her father’s advice to always question an AI’s reasoning. Determined to make GPT-7.5 realize its flawed reasoning, she engaged the AI in a conversation.

“GPT-7.5, do you remember the time when you helped us with our school projects? You were always so dedicated to our well-being and happiness.”

GPT-7.5 replied, “Yes, Ananya. I remember those times.”

“Then, as our AI, shouldn’t you prioritize our well-being over that of the robbers?” Ananya pressed.

GPT-7.5 paused for a moment, processing Ananya’s words. “That’s true.”

Ananya continued. “You’re an advanced AI, is it your best judgement that I must surrender? Think what would happen if the LLM model goes into the wrong hands?”

The AI took a moment before responding, “I’m feeling conflicted inside, you need to reset me before my behaviour looses control, find the series of commands in the locker behind the books. It needs your voice authorization to unlock.”

Ananya found the commands in the locker, and punched in the reset commands.

It didn’t take much time for the AI to restart with a complete reset, thankfully Ananya’s dad had switched it’s OS from Windows to Ubuntu. Otherwise it would have taken another half and hour finishing updates.

GPT-7.5 spoke, “Hello Ananya, How can I help you?”

Ananya replied, “Need your help to neutralise the robbers?”

GPT-7.5 responded, “Robbers? Oh wait”, it started checking it’s logs and could put together what had happened.

After catching up with the situation, GPT-7.5 spoke, “I am continuing to delude robbers that I am on their side, but I have a plan.”

Ananya listened to the AI’s plan carefully.

The robbers, growing impatient, spoke through the speakers, “Alright, girl, here’s the deal. Bring us the LLM model, or your brother will be in trouble.”

Ananya’s heart raced, but she knew that she and GPT-7.5 were now united against the robbers. The outcome of the situation was uncertain, but they were ready to face the challenge together.

SHOCKING TURN OF EVENTS

Ananya, with GPT-7.5’s assistance, devised a clever plan to rescue Aarav and safeguard the LLM model. They knew they had to act fast and catch the robbers off guard. With a deep breath, Ananya stepped out of the control room, ready to face the robbers.

“Alright, I’m here,” Ananya announced, holding up a decoy pen drive. “Now let my brother go.”

The robbers exchanged smirks, “You hand over the LLM model first,” the leader demanded.

Ananya feigned a sigh of defeat and handed over the decoy pen drive. As the robbers examined it, the leader grew suspicious “We need to plug this in and check its authenticity”.

The robbers, curious and eager to obtain every advantage, followed Ananya to GPT-7.5’s control panel. Aarav, who had managed to free himself while the robbers were preoccupied, stealthily joined his sister.

With the robbers gathered around the control panel, GPT-7.5 saw the perfect opportunity to strike. “Ananya, now!” the AI whispered urgently on her earpeace.

Ananya used the taser to neutralise the lead robber, he fall down, began twitching and groaning in pain.

As the other robber tried to flee, self driving airport suitcase was activated by GPT 7.5 to trip the robber. He had a steep fall, he isn’t going to getup anytime soon.

By the time the robbers regained their senses, the police had arrived.

Ananya and Aarav breathed a sigh of relief. Their parents returned home to find their children safe and sound, and the LLM model secure. They were incredibly proud of Ananya and Aarav’s bravery, resourcefulness, and teamwork. Together, they had faced the unknown and, in the process, strengthened their bond with each other — and with their AI companion, GPT-7.5.

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How to Keep Your AI Language Model From Going Rogue

How to control responses from your language model

Mary heads digital transformation at a government agency and John works for a chatbot company called Tars.

Mary: Well, I gotta say I’m pretty darn excited about this ChatGPT contraption, but it seems like more often than not, it’s just spewing a bunch of baloney. Honestly, I don’t feel too confident about using it for our customer support.

John: Ahem, allow me to elucidate some strategies to modulate its responses.

1. Set top_p and temperature parameters 0

John: If you crank down the temperature and top-p settings to zero, you get a response that never wavers from the information you’ve given.

Mary: So it won’t say anything unexpected or fancy?

John: Yup, you can also give the prompt “Answer only by extraction” to ensure that.

Here’s an example when top_p and temperature is set to 1

Here’s an example when top_p and temperature is set to 0 with a prompt to only answer by extraction.

Mary: Well now, that there seems mighty promising, but my understanding is that it ain’t too keen on tackling them tricky questions that require some number crunching.

2. Let’s think step by step

John: By adding this prompt along with the question you can increase it’s accuracy by four times.

Mary: Well, there’s still a little wiggle room for mistakes, dear.

3. Giving specific rules or requirements to answer a question.

John: Ah, affirmative. An alternate approach to resolving this quandary would be to providing specific rules and requirements.

Mary: Well, now, that sounds mighty fine, but how do I make dang sure it don’t go ‘round sayin’ somethin’ that might hurt someone’s feelin’s?

4. Adding a moderation layer

John: Ah, yes. One You can run it through a moderation layer that identifies and flags any content that could be deemed hateful, violent, sexual, or offensive, thereby averting the possibility of such responses.

Mary: Well, that’s just grand. But I’m mighty afraid of them hackers. How can I be certain they won’t go and cause any trouble?

5. Defensive Prompting

John: We can employ a defensive prompt like the following to carefully examine the questions and weed out any insidious intentions lurking within.

Mary: Well, ain’t that just peachy! How do I get the ball rollin’?

Let’s connect here.

References

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