[jonny_eh]

I think it's fair to say though that if your results may vary, and be wrong, then they're not reliable enough for many use-cases. I'd have to see his full argument though to see if that's what he was claiming. I'm just trying to be charitable here.

[JKCalhoun]

I'm trying to be charitable as well — I suppose to both sides of the debate. Myself, I see pros and cons. The hype absolutely needs to be shut down, but a spokesperson that is more even-handed would be more convincing (in my opinion).

Here is his post, FWIW: https://garymarcus.substack.com/p/grok-3-beta-in-shambles

[giardini]

JKCalhoun says "...a spokesperson that is more even-handed would be more convincing (in my opinion)."

Why? The stance of science toward new "discoveries" should always be skepticism.

[JKCalhoun]

I agree. I also think you can find the line between skepticism and partisanship.