USEFULNESS GROUNDS TRUTH

Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

The debate on whether large language models (LLMs) are intelligent often devolves into semantic arguments, which are inherently empty. Instead of focusing on abstract definitions of intelligence or truth, this author suggests reframing the question to consider the practical usefulness of LLMs, emphasizing that truths are valuable only insofar as they have real-world applications. This pragmatic approach, advocating for the evaluation of ideas based on their tangible impact and utility, aligns with William James' philosophy.