Computers Cannot Make Decisions
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Blame for AI incidents lies with people, not computers, who cannot decide.
The article argues that computer programs cannot make decisions, so blame for AI incidents belongs with people. It claims AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic could stop harmful model outputs but choose not to, calling this "decision laundering." The author states that subscriptions fund this behavior and that it goes unpunished because accountability would hurt the economy. An IBM training slide from 1979 is cited: "A COMPUTER CAN NEVER BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE, THEREFORE A COMPUTER MUST NEVER MAKE A MANAGEMENT DECISION."
What commenters are saying
Commenters split into two camps: those agreeing that humans bear responsibility and those rejecting that computers cannot make decisions. One commenter noted that companies serve as "accountability sinks" to shield individuals. Another pointed out that removing the internet cable would be a simple fix, questioning if alignment is needed. Some argued that management is also rarely held accountable, referencing the "three envelopes" approach. A few criticized the author for personal accusations against subscribers without substantiation.