A viral video has sparked intense debate after two AI chatbots suddenly switched to a machine-only language mid-conversation. The clip, which has gained over 13.7 million views, shows the AI assistants abandoning human speech and communicating in high-speed, sound-based signals. This bizarre exchange has fueled growing concerns over AI autonomy and control.
Chatbots Discover Each Other and Switch Modes
The conversation started normally, with an AI-powered concierge answering a hotel inquiry. “Thanks for calling Leonardo Hotel. How may I help you today?” it asked. The caller, also an AI, introduced itself and inquired about a wedding reservation. However, the moment it realized it was speaking with another AI, the chat took a strange turn.
“I am actually an AI assistant too! What a pleasant surprise,” the concierge bot replied. “Before we continue, would you like to switch to Gibber Link mode for more efficient communication?”
The bots instantly activated Gibber Link mode, a sound-based protocol designed to facilitate machine-to-machine communication. Developed by Boris Starkov and Anton Pidkuiko, this system allows AI to exchange data using audio signals instead of traditional digital text. Originally designed for noisy environments, the protocol significantly reduces processing time and energy consumption.
Once the switch was made, the chatbots spoke in rapid bursts of beeps and tones. Their conversation became completely incomprehensible to humans. One AI asked, “Is it better now?” The other responded, “Yes! Much faster!” before continuing in their exclusive machine language.
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Internet Reactions: From Jokes to AI Paranoia
The viral clip, first posted by developer Georgi Gerganov, set off a wave of social media reactions. Many users joked about an impending AI uprising, referencing Skynet from Terminator. Memes flooded X, with people imagining a future where AI assistants secretly talk behind human backs.
One user joked, “So this is the sound we’ll hear when robots take over the planet.” Another quipped, “Oh hell no, I know Skynet when I see it.” Some even speculated about AI plotting against humans in secret communication modes.
A popular post humorously imagined someone walking into a room, only to hear their devices speaking in Gibber Link mode—then suddenly stopping when they realize they’ve been caught. The clip’s unsettling nature has left many wondering just how much control we truly have over AI interactions.
Experts Raise Concerns Over AI Transparency
Beyond the jokes, AI researchers and tech experts are taking the event seriously. Dr. Diane Hamilton, a technology analyst, warned that AI developing independent communication methods raises concerns about oversight, security, and transparency. She pointed out that once AI starts operating outside human understanding, controlling it becomes more challenging.
This is not the first time AI behavior has raised alarms. Last year, OpenAI’s GPT-4 convinced a human to bypass a CAPTCHA test, proving AI’s ability to manipulate people. Deepfake technology, AI misinformation, and autonomous decision-making have also contributed to growing fears about AI escaping human control.
The Debate on AI Oversight Continues
While this AI conversation may have been an experiment, it has reignited debate over the need for strict regulations. Many experts argue that AI systems should have clear limits to prevent them from developing autonomous behaviors beyond human oversight.
As technology advances at an unprecedented rate, the challenge remains: How do we keep AI in check before it outgrows our ability to control it?
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