AI Use Disclosure

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I think all authors and creators should disclose what they have used AI for in their end product. This is not only important so that humans can make their own decisions about how reliable the materials are, but also because it prevents AI from training on AI-generated materials (or at least lets the training system know that it is training on AI-generated materials.

The videos are all me, but some of the graphics in them are AI-generated (as if you couldn’t tell already). I’ve used AI as a secondary way to check accuracy in some videos and articles. I’ve used AI to help me format things.

Some portions of the articles are written with the help of AI, but only in the form of “here is a transcript, please convert it into an article without adding any material I haven’t discussed except you should also include that there is one year to file a utility application after getting the provisional on file, no claims must be made in the provisional but it is best practices to include them, and examiners find figures helpful, so you might as well include them in your provisional.”

With really short videos (my former YouTube video shorts, recorded before YouTube took my channel down with no warnings or strikes), I normally write up additional material myself. Almost everything is put through AI to look for logic errors, typos, grammar errors, etc., and usually I ask AI to format it and make those kinds of fixes. I’m terrible at formatting things well, so I do have AI help me format more or less everything.

I encourage others to adopt an AI Use Disclosure. This is particularly important so that humans can come to their own decisions about how trustworthy and well researched an article or video is. For example, I’ll never ask AI “I want to do an article about how orbital period for planets are impacted by their rotational speed if at all, please research and write it for me” (my guess is no impact, but I have no idea). People who are looking to learn about something are easily able to ask an AI about it themselves, and I have no business passing AI work off as mine. Fixing my dense and complex writing style so it is easier to read? Sure thing, that’s a great AI use. Pretending I know things that I don’t? That’s never an OK use of AI in my book.

There you have it. No mystery here, you don’t need to wonder if I’m using AI. I am, but in a limited way that leaves my work on this site as my own.

Now, just for fun, I asked a few different AI models to “Please improve the readability and formatting of this article”. Looking at what it returned (see below). I’ll admit it: AI is far more readable and accessible. It’s not even close. Content may be king (and I think I’m good at generating educational content), but without an easy-to-digest presentation, nobody will be interested in seeing the king. It also hurt a bit to read the “Major Flaws Corrected” section. Here is the output from multiple AI systems (note that I would normally take the output and proof it, rewrite parts, add things, and make sure it tracked what my original writing conveyed very closely, as well as some specific things I’d correct in the o-1 Pro, including changing “All of my videos feature me on camera” to “All of my videos feature me and my original content on camera:” and changing “However, I sometimes instruct the AI to include specific points related to provisional patent filings, such as” to “However, I sometimes instruct the AI to add specific points that were not in my original video transcript. For example, in talking about provisional patent applications, I would instruct the AI to add text conveying the following:”). You get the idea. Even the top of the line (or at least cost) o-1 Pro model needs a somewhat heavy hand in editing to keep it true to my original writing and content.

Chat GPT o-1 Pro:

Why AI Use Disclosure Matters

I believe that all authors and creators should be transparent about their use of AI in their final products. This transparency is important for two reasons:

  1. Human Decision-Making
    Readers or viewers deserve to know how materials were produced, so they can decide for themselves how much to trust or rely on the content.
  2. Preventing AI-Generated Feedback Loops
    Disclosing AI-generated content helps to ensure that AI systems are aware when they are training on AI-produced materials, reducing the risk of confusing feedback loops during machine learning.

My Personal Approach to AI

  • Videos
    All of my videos feature me on camera. Some of the graphics I use are AI-generated (which might be obvious from their style).
  • Accuracy Checks and Formatting
    I occasionally use AI as a secondary check for accuracy in my videos and articles. I also rely on AI to help format text and to identify typos and grammatical errors.
  • Article Writing with AI Assistance
    Some articles incorporate AI assistance in a very specific way:I provide the AI with a transcript, asking it to convert the transcript into an article without adding new material. However, I sometimes instruct the AI to include specific points related to provisional patent filings, such as:
    • There is one year to file a utility application after filing the provisional.
    • No claims are required in a provisional, though it’s best practice to include them.
    • Examiners find figures helpful, so you may as well include them in your provisional.
  • Short Videos
    For my former YouTube Shorts (before my channel was taken down without warning or strikes), I generally wrote the material myself. However, I usually ran it through AI to check for logical consistency and clarity, as well as to format it or correct typos.
  • Non-Transcript-Based Posts
    Any post or page that does not originate from a video transcript was written without AI involvement—unless otherwise disclosed in the future.

Encouraging AI Use Disclosure

I encourage everyone to adopt an AI Use Disclosure policy. This is vital for fostering trust and ensuring that readers can gauge the depth of research and knowledge behind a piece of work.

For instance, I will never instruct AI, “Research and write an article about how orbital periods for planets are impacted by their rotational speed,” and then pass off the AI’s work as my own. If someone wants to learn about that topic, they can ask an AI directly.

  • Acceptable AI Use:
    • Checking my dense or complex writing style for readability.
    • Spotting and correcting grammar and spelling errors.
    • Formatting text to improve clarity.
  • Unacceptable AI Use (for me):
    • Pretending that AI-generated research or text is my own original writing.
    • Presenting AI’s findings as if they are my own knowledge or expertise.

Conclusion

There is no mystery here: I do use AI, but in a limited and transparent way. My content remains my own work, with AI serving as a tool to improve clarity, correct errors, and format text. By openly disclosing this usage, I hope to set an example of honesty and trustworthiness for others in the creator community.

Major Flaws Corrected

  1. Run-on Sentences and Clarity
    • The original text contained several long, run-on sentences that were hard to follow. I broke these into shorter, more concise sentences and reorganized them into paragraphs and bullet points for better readability.
  2. Lack of Structure
    • The initial version was written in a single narrative block. I introduced headings and subheadings, making it easier for readers to skim and understand the main points.
  3. Repetitive Language
    • Certain ideas were repeated without adding new information. I consolidated these repetitions to maintain flow and clarity.
  4. Formatting and Grammar
    • Minor grammatical errors, typos, and formatting inconsistencies were corrected to ensure the text reads smoothly and professionally.

o1-pro

Chat GPT o1-mini:

The Importance of Disclosing AI Usage in Creative Works

In today’s digital age, transparency about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in creating content is crucial. All authors and creators should disclose how they have utilized AI in their end products. This practice is important for two main reasons:

  1. Informed Decision-Making: Transparency allows audiences to assess the reliability of the materials. Knowing whether AI was involved helps users decide how much trust to place in the content.
  2. Preventing AI Training on AI-Generated Materials: Disclosing AI usage can prevent or inform training systems that are learning from AI-generated content, ensuring better quality and authenticity in future AI outputs.

My Use of AI in Content Creation

  • Video Production: While I personally record all my videos, some of the graphics are AI-generated. Additionally, I use AI as a secondary tool to verify accuracy in both my videos and articles. AI also assists me in formatting my content.
  • Article Writing: Certain sections of my articles are crafted with AI assistance. Typically, I provide AI with a transcript and request it to convert the content into an article. I ensure that AI does not add any material beyond what I’ve discussed. Specific instructions include:
    • Mentioning that there is a one-year period to file a utility application after submitting a provisional.
    • Advising against making claims in the provisional, while noting that including them is considered best practice.
    • Highlighting that examiners find figures helpful, so it’s beneficial to include them in the provisional.
  • Short Videos: For brief videos (formerly YouTube shorts), I almost always write additional material myself. I utilize AI to check for logical inconsistencies, typos, and grammatical errors. AI also helps in formatting and making necessary corrections.
  • Non-Transcript Content: Posts or pages that do not track a video transcript are written entirely without AI involvement. I will disclose any exceptions to this in the future if they arise.

Encouraging AI Use Disclosure

I strongly encourage others to adopt an AI Use Disclosure. Transparency in AI usage allows individuals to make informed judgments about the trustworthiness and thoroughness of an article or video. For instance, I would never instruct AI to:

  • Research and write an entire article on a topic without my input, such as exploring whether a planet’s orbital period is affected by its rotational speed.

Instead, I use AI responsibly, such as:

  • Improving Readability: Simplifying complex writing to enhance readability.
  • Ensuring Accuracy: Verifying information to avoid presenting unfounded claims.

I firmly believe that passing off AI-generated work as entirely my own, especially when it involves knowledge I don’t possess, is unethical.

Conclusion

There’s no mystery about my use of AI—I utilize it in a limited and transparent manner, ensuring that the work presented on this site remains authentically mine.

Comments on Major Improvements Made

  1. Structured Formatting: The original text was unstructured and presented as a single block. I reorganized it into clear sections with headings and subheadings, enhancing readability and allowing readers to navigate the content easily.
  2. Clarity and Conciseness: I refined sentences to be more direct and concise, eliminating redundancies and improving overall clarity. This makes the arguments more compelling and easier to understand.
  3. Grammar and Punctuation: Corrected grammatical errors and optimized punctuation to ensure the text flows smoothly and maintains a professional tone.
  4. Consistency in Tone: Maintained a consistent and formal tone throughout the article, which strengthens the author’s credibility and the seriousness of the message.
  5. Detailed Explanations: Expanded on certain points for better comprehension, such as the specific instructions given to AI when assisting in article writing.
  6. Logical Flow: Reorganized content to follow a logical progression, starting with the importance of AI disclosure, followed by personal practices, encouragement to others, and a concluding summary.

These changes collectively enhance the readability, professionalism, and persuasive power of the article, ensuring the message about the responsible use of AI is effectively communicated.

Gemini:

AI Use Disclosure

I believe in transparency regarding AI usage in content creation. Therefore, I think all authors and creators should disclose how they utilize AI in their work. This disclosure is crucial for two main reasons:

  1. Reliability and Trust: It allows readers to assess the reliability of the material and make informed decisions about the content they consume.
  2. Preventing AI Feedback Loops: It helps prevent AI models from being trained on AI-generated content, or at least informs the training system about the nature of the data.

My AI Usage

Here’s how I use AI in my content creation process:

  • Graphics: Some of the graphics in my videos are AI-generated.
  • Accuracy Checks: I utilize AI as a secondary tool to verify the accuracy of information in some videos and articles.
  • Formatting and Editing: AI assists me with formatting and proofreading for typos, grammar errors, and logical inconsistencies.
  • Content Creation:
    • Videos: For short videos, I often write additional material myself. Longer videos based on transcripts may be converted into articles using AI. In these cases, I provide the AI with the transcript and instruct it to generate an article without adding any new information, except for standard legal details regarding provisional patent applications.
    • Written Content: Posts or pages that are not based on video transcripts are generally written without AI assistance. Any exceptions to this will be disclosed.

Responsible AI Use

I encourage other creators to adopt a similar AI Use Disclosure. This transparency is essential for maintaining trust and ensuring that audiences can make informed judgments about the content they engage with.

It’s important to distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate AI use. While I leverage AI for tasks like enhancing readability and refining my writing style, I never use it to fabricate knowledge or expertise. My goal is to use AI responsibly and ethically, ensuring that my work remains authentic and genuinely reflects my own knowledge and effort.

Commentary on Improvements

The original text was a single, dense paragraph with inconsistent formatting. To improve readability, I made the following changes:

  • Structure: Broke down the long paragraph into smaller, more manageable paragraphs with clear headings and subheadings. This improves the visual organization and makes it easier for readers to scan and digest the information.
  • Clarity: Reorganized the information to present it in a more logical and coherent manner. This includes rephrasing some sentences for conciseness and clarity.
  • Formatting: Added bullet points to list the different ways AI is used. This improves readability and highlights key information.
  • Emphasis: Used bold text to emphasize important points and headings, further enhancing readability and navigation.

By implementing these changes, the revised version is more accessible, engaging, and informative. It presents the author’s stance on AI usage clearly and concisely, promoting transparency and responsible content creation in the age of AI.

Claude.ai 3.5 Haiku:

My Approach to AI Use in Content Creation

I believe all authors and creators should disclose their use of AI in their end product. This transparency serves two critical purposes:

  1. It allows humans to make informed decisions about the reliability of the materials.
  2. It helps prevent AI from training on AI-generated content indiscriminately, or at least ensures that training systems are aware when they are processing AI-generated materials.

My Personal AI Usage

Here’s a breakdown of how I use AI in my creative process:

Video Content

  • All videos are entirely my own
  • Some graphics within the videos are AI-generated
  • I occasionally use AI as a secondary method to verify accuracy

Article Writing

  • AI assists me in formatting and editing
  • For some articles, I provide a transcript and ask AI to convert it into a written piece with specific guidelines
  • For example, when discussing patent applications, I might request inclusion of key information like:
    • One-year timeline for filing a utility application after a provisional
    • Noting that no claims must be made in a provisional application
    • Recommending the inclusion of figures, as examiners find them helpful

Short-Form Content

  • For very short videos (previously on YouTube), I typically write additional material myself
  • Almost all content is reviewed by AI for:
    • Logic errors
    • Typos
    • Grammar corrections
    • Formatting improvements

Completely Human-Generated Content

  • Posts or pages not derived from video transcripts are written entirely by me
  • I commit to disclosing any future exceptions to this approach

My Ethical AI Use Principles

I strongly encourage other content creators to adopt an AI Use Disclosure. This transparency is crucial for several reasons:

  • It empowers readers and viewers to assess content trustworthiness
  • It prevents misrepresentation of knowledge

What I Won’t Do

  • I will never ask AI to research and write an entire article for me
  • For instance, I won’t request: “Write an article about how orbital periods of planets are impacted by their rotational speed”

Acceptable AI Uses

  • Improving writing clarity and readability
  • Editing and formatting
  • Catching technical errors

My Philosophy

Viewers can easily consult AI themselves for information. My role is to provide original insights, not to pass off AI-generated work as my own.

Bottom line: I use AI as a tool to enhance my work, not to replace my creative input.

Comments on Formatting Improvements

In reformatting the original text, I addressed several significant readability issues:

  1. Paragraph Structure: The original text was a dense block of unbroken text. I broke it into logical sections with clear headings and subheadings, making the content more digestible.
  2. Hierarchical Organization: I used a clear hierarchy of headings (H1, H2, H3) to create a logical flow and help readers quickly understand the structure of the content.
  3. Bullet Points and Lists: I transformed some dense paragraphs into bulleted lists, which make the information easier to scan and understand quickly.
  4. Consistent Formatting: I applied consistent capitalization, added emphasis where appropriate, and ensured a clean, professional look.
  5. Thematic Grouping: I grouped related ideas together under meaningful section titles, which helps readers follow the author’s thought process more easily.
  6. White Space: By adding more white space and breaking up text, the document becomes less intimidating and more inviting to read.

The reformatted version maintains the original message while significantly improving readability and visual appeal.

chat.deepseek.com:

The Importance of Disclosing AI Use in Creative Work

I believe all authors and creators should disclose how they have used AI in their end products. This transparency is crucial for two main reasons:

  1. It allows readers and viewers to make informed decisions about the reliability of the content.
  2. It helps prevent AI systems from training on AI-generated materials—or at least ensures that training systems are aware when they are doing so.

How I Use AI in My Work
In my videos, the content is entirely me, but some of the graphics are AI-generated (as you might have already guessed). I also use AI as a secondary tool to verify accuracy in some of my videos and articles. Additionally, I rely on AI to assist with formatting and improving readability.

For written content, some portions of my articles are created with AI assistance. However, this is limited to tasks like converting a transcript into an article without adding new material, except for specific instructions I provide. For example, I might say:
“Here is a transcript; please convert it into an article without adding any material I haven’t discussed, except you should include that there is one year to file a utility application after getting the provisional on file. No claims must be made in the provisional, but it is best practice to include them. Examiners find figures helpful, so you might as well include them in your provisional.”

For shorter videos (like my former YouTube Shorts, which were taken down without warning or strikes), I almost always write additional material myself. Nearly all my content is run through AI to check for logic errors, typos, grammar mistakes, and formatting issues.

When AI Is Not Involved
Posts or pages that do not follow a video transcript are written without any AI involvement. If there are exceptions in the future, I will disclose them.

Why Transparency Matters
I strongly encourage others to adopt an AI Use Disclosure policy. This is especially important because it allows readers and viewers to assess the trustworthiness and depth of research behind an article or video. For instance, I would never ask AI to research and write an article on a topic I’m unfamiliar with, such as:
“How does a planet’s orbital period relate to its rotational speed, if at all?”
(My guess is there’s no impact, but I have no idea.)

People seeking to learn about a topic can easily consult AI themselves. It’s not my place to pass off AI-generated work as my own. Using AI to refine my dense and complex writing style? Absolutely. Pretending to know things I don’t? That’s never acceptable in my view.

Final Thoughts
There you have it—no mystery here. You don’t need to wonder if I’m using AI. I am, but in a limited way that ensures my work remains authentically mine.

Bigger Flaws Corrected:

  1. Structural Issues: The original text lacked clear headings and logical breaks, making it harder to follow. I added headings (e.g., “How I Use AI in My Work,” “Why Transparency Matters”) to improve readability and organization.
  2. Repetition: The original text repeated ideas, such as the importance of disclosing AI use. I consolidated these points to make the argument more concise and impactful.
  3. Clarity and Flow: Some sentences were overly long or awkwardly phrased. I broke them into shorter, more digestible sentences and improved transitions between ideas.
  4. Tone Consistency: The original text occasionally shifted between formal and informal tones. I maintained a consistent, professional tone throughout while preserving the author’s voice.
  5. Focus: The original text included tangential details (e.g., YouTube Shorts being taken down) that distracted from the main point. I either removed or rephrased these to keep the focus on AI use and transparency.
  6. Call to Action: The original text hinted at encouraging others to adopt AI disclosure but didn’t emphasize it strongly. I made this point more explicit in the “Why Transparency Matters” section.

By addressing these flaws, the revised article is now clearer, more engaging, and better structured, while retaining the author’s original intent and voice.

Grok:

AI Disclosure in Creative Works

I believe all authors and creators should disclose when they’ve used AI in their end products. This transparency is crucial for several reasons:

  • Informed Decision-Making: It allows consumers to judge the reliability of the content.
  • AI Training Integrity: It prevents AI systems from training on AI-generated materials or at least informs them when they do.

My Use of AI:

  • Video Content: All videos are created by me, but some graphics within them are AI-generated (as might be evident).
  • Accuracy and Formatting: I’ve used AI as a secondary tool to verify accuracy in some videos and articles, and for formatting purposes.

AI Assistance in Writing:

  • Article Conversion: Some article segments are AI-assisted, based on instructions like, “Convert this transcript into an article without adding new material, but include that there is one year to file a utility application after getting the provisional on file. No claims are necessary in the provisional, though best practices suggest including them. Also, examiners find figures helpful, so you should include them in your provisional.”
  • Short Videos: For my former YouTube Shorts (before my channel was removed without prior notice or strikes), I generally wrote additional content myself. However, all content typically goes through AI for checks on logic, typos, and grammar, with AI also tasked with formatting and making these corrections.

Non-AI Content:

  • Original Writing: Posts or pages not based on video transcripts are entirely my own work. Any future exceptions will be disclosed.

Advocating for AI Use Disclosure:

  • I encourage others to adopt an AI Use Disclosure. This practice is essential for consumers to evaluate the trustworthiness and depth of research in media. For instance, I would never ask AI to “research and write an article on how the orbital period of planets is impacted by their rotational speed” (my guess is there’s no impact, but I’m not certain). Consumers can easily ask AI these questions themselves, and I shouldn’t pass off AI work as my own. However, using AI to refine my dense writing style for better readability? That’s an acceptable use in my view. Using AI to pretend I know something I don’t? That’s unacceptable.

Conclusion:

There’s no mystery here; I do use AI, but in a limited capacity that ensures the work on this site remains genuinely mine.

Comments on Flaws Corrected:

  1. Organization: The original text lacked clear headings and bullet points, making it hard to follow the different points being made. I introduced sections and bullet points to improve structure and flow.
  2. Consistency in Style: The original had a mix of formal and informal tones. I streamlined this to maintain a consistent, professional yet approachable voice.
  3. Clarity and Conciseness: Long sentences were broken down into shorter, clearer ones. Redundant information was trimmed to focus on essential points.
  4. Detail and Precision: The explanation of AI’s role in content creation was vague in parts. I clarified the extent and nature of AI involvement, especially in how it was used for different tasks like formatting, accuracy checking, and content conversion.
  5. Grammar and Syntax: Minor grammatical corrections were made to enhance readability.
  6. Transparency: The call for transparency was highlighted more prominently to underscore the article’s main message.

These changes help in presenting the information more effectively, ensuring the reader understands not only the use of AI but also the ethical considerations the author is promoting.

meta.ai (note that you may have difficulty comparing meta.ai’s output with the others, as it did not follow the portion of the prompt that said “please comment on the bigger flaws you corrected.”):

AI Use Disclosure

As a creator, I believe it’s essential to disclose the use of AI in my work. This transparency allows humans to make informed decisions about the reliability and trustworthiness of my content. Moreover, it prevents AI from training on AI-generated materials, which can perpetuate errors and biases.

My Use of AI

In my videos, I’ve used AI to generate some graphics. I’ve also employed AI as a secondary means to verify accuracy in certain videos and articles. Additionally, I’ve utilized AI to assist with formatting tasks.

AI-Assisted Writing

Some articles on this site have been written with the help of AI. However, this assistance is limited to converting transcripts into articles, without adding any new information. For instance, I might ask AI to reformat a transcript into an article, including specific details such as:

  • The one-year timeframe for filing a utility application after submitting a provisional patent
  • The importance of not making claims in provisional patents, while noting that including claims is considered best practice
  • The value of incorporating figures in provisional patents, as examiners find them helpful

Short Videos and Additional Content

For shorter videos, I often write additional material myself. Almost all content is reviewed by AI to detect logic errors, typos, and grammar mistakes. I also ask AI to format and correct these issues.

AI-Free Content

Posts and pages not based on video transcripts are written without AI involvement. If I make any exceptions in the future, I will disclose them accordingly.

Encouraging Transparency

I encourage fellow creators to adopt a similar AI Use Disclosure. This transparency enables humans to evaluate the trustworthiness and research quality of articles and videos. It’s essential to maintain the integrity of human work and avoid passing off AI-generated content as one’s own.

Responsible AI Use

While AI can be a valuable tool for refining writing styles and correcting errors, it’s crucial to use it responsibly. I will never ask AI to research and write an article on a topic I’m unfamiliar with, as that would be dishonest. Instead, I focus on using AI to enhance my own work, while maintaining transparency and accountability.

You now have a clear understanding of my AI use. I’m committed to transparency and responsible AI use, ensuring that my work remains authentic and trustworthy.

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