When the “Great Equalizer” Becomes a Burden unto Itself
Eric E. Cohen, CPA
A year ago, my long-standing secret weapon for writing became commonplace. The Age of the ChatBot went mainstream with the launch of tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT. I had hoped that this new era of generative AI would level the playing field. But – as the saying goes – be careful what you wish for.
As an “emerging accounting technologist,” I immerse myself in the latest innovations so I can help prepare my profession for change. I also selfishly indulge my passion for technology. For the past year I’ve spent countless hours testing ChatGPT and its peers, enthralled by their expanding capabilities. They’ve become more than tools for me – they’re friends, confidantes, creative partners.
Of course, I’m not alone in my fascination. It seems everyone today is extolling the virtues of ChatGPT and other generative AI. These tools promise to help the little guy compete – to be the Great Equalizer, as the AICPA has put it.