Merriam-Webster banks on "actual intelligence" over artificial intelligence
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- Merriam-Webster is releasing the 12th edition of its Collegiate Dictionary on Nov. 18, the first update in over 20 years.
- The company emphasizes 'actual intelligence' over AI, stating they write definitions while AI only provides them.
- Despite the digital age, Merriam-Webster sold 1.5 million print dictionaries last year and had 1.2 billion online visits.
- The company describes itself as a 'descriptive organization,' chronicling how language is used rather than prescribing definitions.
- Greg Barlow, Merriam-Webster's president, highlights the enduring appeal of print dictionaries, citing emotional and tactile connections.
- AI is seen as a tool rather than a threat, as Merriam-Webster's role in creating precise definitions remains unique and trusted.