Chungin Lee, a former Columbia University student, founded Cluely, a controversial startup offering an AI tool that purportedly aids users in various situations by providing real-time assistance through screen and audio monitoring. While some see it as a modern research tool akin to calculators, others argue it crosses ethical lines. Lee's provocative marketing suggests a broader philosophical debate about knowledge and cheating, ultimately raising questions about dependency on technology in learning and decision-making.
In a moment when internet connections are everywhere and nearly all interactions can be monitored or recorded, what exactly constitutes 'cheating'? That's a question a technologist and former Columbia University student named Chungin Lee recently reckoned with.
Lee described Cluely as 'a cheating tool for literally everything'... using 'a completely undetectable AI that sees your screen, hears your audio, and gives you real-time assistance' in various scenarios.
Cluely's manifesto compares the service to calculators, questioning why people need to memorize facts or do research when an AI can provide answers instantly.
In an interview with Gothamist, Lee indicates that he's making bold statements intentionally, stating, 'It's just meant to be provocative' about his company's innovative approach.
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