The Sunday Brew #70
In this brew - Global Trade Update in a picture | Circular Reasoning & Bandwagon Fallacy | Autonomous AI Engineer , Starship's third test flight & India rolls back AI approval process.
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This week we bring to you two logical fallacy - Circular Reasoning & Bandwagon Fallacy
Circular Reasoning
Circular reasoning, also known as circular logic or circular argumentation, is a logical fallacy in which the conclusion of an argument is assumed within the premise.
In other words, the argument makes use of its own conclusion as one of its premises, which ultimately leads to an uninformative or unconvincing conclusion.
Here's an example of circular reasoning:
A is true because B is true.
B is true because A is true.
In this example, the argument goes in a circle, with A being supported by B and B being supported by A, but neither A nor B are independently supported or proven. This type of reasoning fails to provide any real evidence or logical support for the conclusion.
Circular reasoning can be subtle and may not always be immediately apparent. It's important to be vigilant for it in arguments, as it can undermine the validity of the entire argument. Instead, valid arguments should be based on premises that are independently verifiable and logically support the conclusion without relying on the conclusion itself.
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Bandwagon Fallacy
The Bandwagon Fallacy is a type of logical fallacy where the validity of an idea, belief, or argument is asserted based on its popularity or the number of people who support it.
Essentially, the argument suggests that because many people believe or do something, it must be true or correct. However, the popularity of an idea does not necessarily make it true or valid.
Here's an example of the Bandwagon Fallacy:
"Everyone is using this new productivity app, so it must be the best one available."
In this example, the assumption is that the popularity of the productivity app among many people makes it superior to other options. However, the popularity of the app does not guarantee its effectiveness or quality.
The Bandwagon Fallacy can be a persuasive technique used in advertising, politics, and other areas to influence people to adopt a certain belief or behaviour simply because it's popular. However, it's important to critically evaluate ideas and arguments based on their own merit rather than their popularity or the number of supporters they have.
THREE NEWS FROM THE WEEK
AI Revolution: Meet Devin, the World's First Autonomous Software Engineer
Devin, an AI software engineer created by Cognition Labs, is making waves as the first of its kind. This ground-breaking AI boasts advanced coding skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to learn and improve on its own.
Devin can independently build and deploy applications, even tackling complex tasks requiring numerous decisions. It can also fix bugs and collaborate with human engineers, freeing them up for more creative endeavors.
This innovation promises to revolutionize software development, but some wonder about the future of human software engineers. Cognition, however, sees Devin as a tireless teammate, augmenting human capabilities and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Read More »»»
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Starship Soars on Successful Third Test Flight
SpaceX's mighty Starship launch vehicle thundered skyward on Thursday, March 14th, in its third successful test flight. Lifting off from Starbase, Texas, the Starship prototype, stacked atop its Super Heavy booster, delivered a spectacular display of power and precision.
This latest test marks a significant milestone for SpaceX. Starship, designed for deep space exploration and eventual Mars missions, achieved orbital velocity before a controlled splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. The flight's success paves the way for further testing and development, bringing humanity closer to its dream of reaching the red planet.
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, expressed optimism about the future, hinting at the possibility of as many as six Starship launches this year. This ambitious goal highlights SpaceX's commitment to Starship's development, with NASA looking towards Starship for its Artemis 3 mission, aiming to land astronauts back on the Moon in 2026. Read More »»»
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India Hits Brakes on Prior AI Approval Plan
India's plan to require government sign-off for AI models is screeching to a halt. The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) scrapped the proposal after its initial rollout on March 1st sparked an outcry from entrepreneurs and investors.
Facing this barrage of criticism, MeitY revised the policy. Instead of pre-launch approval, companies will now be responsible for clearly labelling unreliable or under-tested AI models. This transparency ensures users are aware of potential limitations in the AI's capabilities. Read More»»»
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