Maxwell Zeff, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, has recently brought attention to the contentious AI cheating application known as Cluely. Zeff focuses on artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. He’s worked as a tech reporter at Adweek and in editorial roles at VentureBeat. His deep personal knowledge of technology journalism further enhances his credibility. This includes his time as a local government reporter at the Hollister Free Lance, which deepens his perspective on this fluid issue.
Cloakly has gotten a great deal of attention for its brazenly salesy claim that their browser overlay is “undetectable.” This ability would allow users to impersonate other people to dupe employers or cheat on tests. The app has raised $5.3 million to date, attracting both users seeking an edge and scrutiny from various sectors concerned about academic integrity and ethical standards. Zeff’s investigation into Cluely highlights the ongoing tensions between innovation in technology and the ethical implications that accompany such advancements.
At TechCrunch, Zeff collaborates with industry experts including Kirsten Korosec, who hosts the network’s Equity podcast alongside Anthony Ha, TechCrunch’s weekend editor. Their conversations frequently focus on the implications of these new technologies – such as Cluely – on our cultural expectations and industry ethics. Additionally, Theresa Loconsolo, an audio producer at TechCrunch, focuses on producing content for Equity, bringing further attention to these critical conversations.
The popularity of tools like Cluely have led to a proliferation of platforms that startups have built specifically to detect cheating. As technology improves, the same goes for preventing cheating and misconduct. Integrity advocates and cheaters are caught in an endless arms race. As a result, we have an inherently chaotic ecosystem for educators, employers, and technologists to navigate.
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