On The Too-Well-Known But Seldom Acknowledged Limitations of LLMs

· Rui Carmo · June 16, 2025, 9:03 p.m.
Summary
This blog post critiques the prevalent misconceptions about Large Language Models (LLMs), particularly addressing the flawed assumption that probabilistic token generation equates to genuine thought or reasoning. It discusses the implications of Apple’s paper 'The Illusion of Thinking' amidst ongoing debates on AI's potential and limitations, while also reflecting on the broader expectations from current AI technologies.
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