Earlier this month, WIRED invited subscribers to submit their burning questions about generative artificial intelligence. On November 20, a live Q&A session was held featuring WIRED’s AI columnist, Reece Rogers, who is known for his newsletter "AI Unlocked" and the ethics column "The Prompt." The discussion, moderated by WIRED’s audience development manager, Laura Fillbach, and introduced by global editorial director Katie Drummond, took a deep dive into various facets of AI technology.
During the 30-minute session, Rogers discussed the key differences between popular AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot. He provided insights on which tools he finds most valuable and worth the price, as well as tips for using AI-powered search effectively compared to traditional engines.
The conversation also touched on important privacy concerns, particularly regarding AI systems using personal data. Rogers cautioned against sharing sensitive information with chatbots, especially regarding medical advice. He addressed questions from the audience on the effectiveness of watermarks to identify AI-generated content and shared his experiences with AI in educational contexts, highlighting the challenges faced by teachers in an era where students have ready access to these technologies.
The livestream replay is available for those who missed the event, offering an informative overview of contemporary AI tools and ethical considerations in AI use.
