"Scholars: AI isn't 'hallucinating' -- it's bullshitting."
"To better understand why these inaccuracies might be better described as bullshit, it is helpful to look at the concept of bullshit as defined by philosopher Harry Frankfurt. In his seminal work, Frankfurt distinguishes bullshit from lying. A liar, according to Frankfurt, knows the truth but deliberately chooses to say something false. In contrast, a bullshitter is indifferent to the truth. The bullshitter's primary concern is not whether what they are saying is true or false but whether it serves their purpose, often to impress or persuade."
"Frankfurt's concept highlights that bullshit is characterized by a disregard for the truth. The bullshitter does not care about the accuracy of their statements, only that they appear convincing or fit a particular narrative."
Does this mean we can use the word "bullshitting" in polite conversation now?
