In this podcast episode, Alexei Balaganski and Matthias discuss the increasing use of ChatGPT and other machine learning-based technologies in research and the potential risks associated with their use. Alexei offers a strong opinion on the topic, describing the risks of plagiarism and lack of originality that can result from over-reliance on automated tools. He argues that human analysts provide invaluable opinions and genuine research that cannot be replicated by machines. He strongly discourages their use and reliance, and encourages the creativity and innovation of human researchers.

The book by Stanisław Lem: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summa_Technologiae