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Artificial Intelligence | Eat or Be Eaten

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with KD Realty - 408.972.1822 CA DRE#01366594

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 and Carol Williams are co-hosting the first ActiveRain Challenge of 2024

We are asked to share which side of the AI Coin we are on.

  • Embracing or Loving AI
  • Resisting or Hating AI

 Embracing AI

Not yet. I have committed to dabble in it and determine from there if I will embrace AI or break up before a love fest even gets started. 

AI is neither embraced by me in my business or my personal life.

Since I did commit to dabble and explore using AI I found a video to help guide me on the do's and don'ts and how to "train" AI to be more like me. Just the words "train AI to be more like me" are freaky and creepy

 

 


 

Resisting AI

I am in the Resisting AI Camp.  It is not that I do not know how because I can learn. It is a matter of not wanting (choosing) to. 

Admittedly, I am resistant to change. Having grown up with the dinosaurs, I am “old school”.  The operative word there is "school". 

I understand the concept of “eat or be eaten” and "survival of the fittest". 

My Primary Issues and Concerns with AI

  • Privacy - AI is not the only technology where privacy is an issue. That horse left the barn a long time ago. 
  • Ethical Considerations - how it can be used with less than ethical intent. An example is fake information, disinformation, and bold-faced lies that people believe and rely upon. 
  • Mind Manipulation - Control - If we can control the media we can control the people.  We have seen this in history and the carnage that it created.  
  • Constitutional Violations - When the Gov-m$nt has any involvement or control whatsoever I am always concerned.  
  • Evil - We see how AI is used for evil intent. One example that comes immediately to my mind is the use of voice manipulation. Using someone's voice and saying things that person did not say. 
  • Copyright - I know AI slices and dice information (content, data, photos, etc.) scrubbed from the World Wide Web and creates something new from it. I've spent months writing content for a Santa Clara County Probate Real Estate website. Hours and hours of research are involved before I use my brain (God's provided computer) to create original content.  

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Many components of AI have been used for years.  Examples are tracking internet searches, tracking what we buy, tracking our location, and listening from our phones. I've been talking on my landline office phone (yes, I still have one) with my cell phone nearby and the cell phone answers a question without me asking the cell phone.  CREEPY.  Now that is not a privacy issue at all.  

Should we bother mentioning the "corporate leadership" behind the BIG corporations with Control? 

Hacking and security breaches seem to be daily occurrences.  I’ve had more breaches from companies that require me to provide my personal information which is stored in a safe and secure location.  Yep, until the site is HACKED and the information is stolen and used to harm.  Yet I confess, that may be the least of the harm AI can do to harm humanity.  

LORD HELP US. 

This is Kathleen Daniels, Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) entry in the January 2024 Challenge: AI - Love It Or Hate It

 

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Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Ok, I will make another attempt at a comment since my first comment was swallowed up by the gremlins and the 504 Gateway error, haha.  It seems that you are making more of an effort than I am with AI, although I am probably utilizing more AI than I even realize.

Feb 01, 2024 03:54 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

Oh 💩 Brian England - I had the 504 Gateway Timeout all morning yesterday trying to log in. Just like copying post content before publishing, I have learned to do the same with comments because they do go poof from time to time. 

Thank you for stopping by and commenting. 

Feb 01, 2024 06:50 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for sharing the video. I have much to learn.

Feb 03, 2024 08:19 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

We all make choices. I prefer not to go after the latest shiny bright bauble in hopes to improve my business.  Sales is for me is 100% about relationships that are authentic. AI has no soul and hence cannot be authentic.

Mar 03, 2024 10:20 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

I agree Miss Leanne Smith 

Thank you for stopping by. 

 

Mar 03, 2024 11:14 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist  I chose not to write it yet and since I am getting old and senile maybe I will not write it and forget about it:)Endre

Mar 05, 2024 10:17 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

That works, Endre Barath, Jr. 

Thank you for stopping by. 

Mar 06, 2024 06:32 AM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

Endre Barath, Jr. In addition to your self analysis - be aware that others find you intelligent, endowed with a sense of humor and interesting! 

Aug 05, 2024 08:28 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Kathleen, AI is about the only thing that makes me feel like I may really have become one of the village elders. Even reading some of the posts on ActiveRain makes me wonder how many have been created with a little help - sometimes a lot of help. 

Apr 06, 2024 06:04 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

I agree Patricia Kennedy I prefer to write my own content. We have been "dumbed down" enough with technology. 

Apr 08, 2024 08:49 AM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

Patricia Kennedy 
I think some of those posts are plain old plagiarism.

Aug 05, 2024 08:30 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I am with you in terms of the areas of concern. I have been using AI tools for only two reasons- to make graphics which is fun - and occasionally to find a recipe that works with the ingredients I have in hand. But only because I don't care if anyone knows what I like to eat or draw pictures of, and because they are currently free.

Apr 06, 2024 06:56 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

That makes total sense to me, Kat Palmiotti 

Apr 08, 2024 08:50 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist ,

I'm so glad to see your post featured! I just saw it and missed it before. AI is here and I agree with your summation "Lord Help us!"  AL will change so many things including replacing workers. AI robots taking over jobs might be good for corporations' bottom line yet not for humans who need the means to sustain living.

Apr 06, 2024 07:12 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

Well aid Miss Dorie Dillard Austin TX - I agree. We need jobs here in America! 

Apr 08, 2024 08:51 AM
Paul F. Stillwaggon Warren NJ
Weichert Realtors - Warren, NJ
NJ Estates Real Estate Group, Weichert Realtors

I am old school and not a fan of AI at all. I don't trust any of the people involved.

Apr 07, 2024 10:13 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

I am right there with you.  Zero trust as we already know what their agenda is Paul F. Stillwaggon Warren NJ 

Apr 08, 2024 08:52 AM
Alan May
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty - Evanston, IL
Home again, home again...

I find myself on the "edge" of the coin.  While I'm interested enough that I wouldn't mind 'dabbling', I'm just enough of a techno-dinosaur that I wouldn't even know how/where to begin. Arrrrgh!

Apr 07, 2024 01:30 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

Initially, I said "never". Then I attended a few AR Zoom webinars where AI was the topic.  Then I said "I will play around with it for fun stuff but not business."  I have yet to do that (LOL) Alan May 

Apr 08, 2024 08:53 AM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Hey, Kathleen!  This post is included in today's "Last Week's Favorites" posts. Thanks for writing it!

Apr 07, 2024 07:10 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

Thank you, Patricia Kennedy I am way behind on the fact that this post got Featured.  I am catching up on comments this morning.  

Apr 08, 2024 08:54 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Kathleen... you totally channeled my thoughts on this subject. At this point in time, I'll be retired before I have to worry if not embracing AI will hurt my business.

Apr 08, 2024 05:15 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

I believe I will be retired as well Miss Nina Hollander, Broker 

So far it is hurting many other things, not my real estate business. 

Apr 08, 2024 08:55 AM
Ryan Bullock
Keller Williams Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

Very informative blog post. The YouTube video was an excellent resource to use! 

Apr 09, 2024 08:04 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist  Wow  i did not miss you it was an oldie but goodie 

Apr 09, 2024 01:36 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

I think it’s good to populate ideas with AI, I’m not going to put my final word through an AI.

Apr 11, 2024 09:20 PM
Barbara Michaluk
Weichert Realtors | Phone Direct 240-506-2434 | 301-681-0550 office - Silver Spring, MD
Leisure World Specialist / Full Service REALTOR

Hi Kathleen, Thanks for sharing your personal views regarding AI. I'm skeptical but realize I need to stay educated and aware of all that it can do.  

Apr 12, 2024 06:15 AM
Cara Marcelle Mancuso
Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes - Tucson, AZ
Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!

That will be an interesting contest, for sure!  I am a dabbler, and a learner.  I've found (because FINANCE is not my specialty) that I can insert a paragraph and ask it what it means....and then I know!  I like how you can change the "voice" of what's being put out by AI as well.  Friendly, for a presentation to a certain professional group, for teens, etc.  It's fun.  I can't begin to imagine how this will evolve in a very, very short time.

May 09, 2024 03:18 PM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

Cara Marcelle Mancuso 

Dear Cara - I enjoyed your insights! Thanks - Lynn

Aug 05, 2024 08:35 PM
Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty
Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS
601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

Kathleen, your post is very insightful. I have used AI to improve a sentence or two, but that's the extent of my usage. Many Realtors comment about the overuse of a few chosen words when describing a new listing, i.e., "boasts", "sought after", and "epitome" to name a few. The public may not pick up on the lingo, but I do. :)

May 16, 2024 11:18 AM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, ePRO
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
Serving Coastal San Diego, Veteran's & Seniors

You raise some good cautionary points here. I agree, we need to rely on our brain over digital assistance, or we'll forget how to be innovative, resourceful and creative. I like using AI in the sense that I enjoy Netflix (which is AI operated). Google and I will use ChatGPT to find lists of synonyms or verify sentence structure vs. a book, but I still do a lot of book research and read varied articles to gather my blog material. Otherwise how could I discuss a post I didn't write, I wouldn't know the talking points or be able to back my opinion or fact sources. I was slow to allow AI integration and I do keep it on a short leash, but I wanted to have some experience with it too.

Jul 14, 2024 07:29 AM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, ePRO 
I like that  - a short leash - nice.

Aug 05, 2024 08:34 PM
Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD
http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com - Vail, CO
Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D

Kathleen, I liked the title of this!!! Very catchy!! I did review your website and I created an AI video....

Jul 27, 2024 01:42 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

Thank you, Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD 
I am excited to see what AI created with your assistance. 

 

Jul 27, 2024 03:51 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Well I see this post was in January and I still have not written my two cents:) life and our profession and all the changes that are happening in the near future pushed my post back, thank you for your patience Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist 

Aug 05, 2024 09:36 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist

 

I continue to explore, watch, and listen Endre Barath, Jr. 

I do so "good" in AI in terms of robotics and how it is used to perform surgical procedures.  

How it is used to deceive people in terms of how "truth" is flushed out ... no bueno.  That is just pure EVIL.

Thank you for stopping by. 

Aug 06, 2024 09:34 AM