AI-Detector Flags US Constitution as AI-Generated

K. C. Sabreena Basheer 24 Apr, 2023 • 3 min read

ChatGPT, one of history’s most widely adopted internet tools, has become increasingly popular among students and professionals for completing university essays, schoolwork, and other tasks. Along with the rise in generative AI tools and AI-generated content, a number of AI detection tools and software have also been released. But several recent incidents have fueled skepticism about AI detector tools.

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In one notable case, a Twitter user shared a screenshot showing that well-known AI plagiarism detectors flagged the US Constitution as AI-generated content. According to the AI content detector, “ZeroGPT,” 92.15% of the United States Constitution was allegedly written by AI. Another user reported a different AI content detector tool. It predicted that 59% of the United States Constitution was AI-generated.

These incidents raise the critical question: Can AI-generated content indeed be detected? This question becomes crucial specially as cybercrime rates using AI tools continue to rise?

The Questionable Authenticity of AI Detector Tools

As reliance on AI-driven services grows, so does the demand for AI detection software to identify content generated by such tools. Despite the emergence of AI detector tools, concerns have been raised about their authenticity and effectiveness. Two primary reasons underlie these doubts:

  1. The workings of many AI detector tools are not fully understood. This is raising questions about their reliability.
  2. Some tools produce seemingly random results, further casting doubt on their accuracy.

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The Relationship Between ZeroGPT and ChatGPT

Interestingly, ZeroGPT, the AI content detector involved in the US Constitution incident, was released by the same company responsible for creating ChatGPT – OpenAI. The release of ZeroGPT occurred just a few months ago, and its questionable accuracy has sparked concerns about the effectiveness of AI detection tools in general.

AI detection tools like Zero GPT helps detect AI-generated content.

The Challenge of Detecting AI-Generated Content

As AI-generated content becomes more sophisticated, detecting it becomes increasingly difficult. While AI detection tools may help identify some AI-generated content, their accuracy, and reliability are far from guaranteed. This poses a challenge for educators, businesses, and individuals who need to verify the authenticity of content in a world where AI-generated material is becoming more prevalent.

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Further research and development in AI detection technology are needed to address this issue. This may include improving existing algorithms, developing new detection methods, and promoting collaboration between AI content generation and detection developers. Additionally, the AI community must work towards creating more transparent and reliable detection tools that can effectively identify AI-generated content without producing false positives or misleading results.

The rise in AI-generated content has increased the need for AI detection tools and software. But how effective are these detectors?

Educating Users on AI Detection Limitations and Potential Misuse

As AI detection software continues to evolve, users must be aware of its limitations and potential for misuse. Educational institutions, businesses, and individuals should be mindful of the risks of relying solely on AI detection tools to identify AI-generated content. Instead, a combination of such tools, human judgment, and other verification methods should be employed to ensure the authenticity of the content.

Moreover, fostering a culture of responsible AI use and ethical behavior is crucial, emphasizing the importance of creating original content and discouraging the misuse of AI-generated content for malicious purposes or academic dishonesty.

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Our Say

The rise of ChatGPT and other AI-generated content tools has led to a growing demand for AI detection software. While some AI detector tools have emerged, their authenticity and effectiveness remain questionable. Incidents like the US Constitution being flagged as AI-generated content highlight the need for improved detection methods and increased transparency in AI detection tools. By advancing AI detection technology and fostering a culture of responsible AI use, society can benefit from AI-generated content while minimizing the risks associated with its misuse.

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[…] GPTZero Supposedly aware of AI-generated text, but not a reliable source. For example GPTZero The American Constitution was found 92 percent AI as written. By entering old articles I wrote before ChatGPT came out, GPTZero found […]

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