Large Language Models (LLMs) have rapidly permeated the information landscape, sparking anxieties regarding the displacement of human labor. This essay moves beyond a purely technological assessment of neural networks to explore their broader socio-philosophical implications. By examining the functions of contemporary LLMs, particularly those developed by OpenAI, we revisit the enduring question of whether a machine can truly think. Furthermore, we address a critical, often overlooked aspect: are humans prepared to accept the social subjectivity of these increasingly sophisticated machines? Through the lens of social philosophy, we analyze LLMs not merely as technological products, but as social agents actively shaping and participating in the social order.

Paper: https://galacticamedia.com/index.php/gmd/article/view/502/421

@scopeofai
https://t.me/LLM_learning