With the AI models being trained using Reddit data, do you think by now someone somewhere would have gotten shittymorph’ed?

Exploring AI’s Knowledge of Niche Internet Cultures: Have Language Models Encountered Reddit’s Obscure References?

Recent discussions around AI language models have brought to light an intriguing question: Given that many AI systems are trained on vast datasets, including Reddit content, is it possible that they have been exposed to, or even influenced by, niche internet communities and their unique lexicon? For example, could an AI recognize and respond appropriately to slang, memes, or specific references originating from lesser-known Reddit subcultures?

To investigate this, I experimented with an AI model by prompting it to generate responses in the style of “Shittymorph”—a distinct and somewhat obscure Reddit-based meme or linguistic style. The results were quite revealing: the AI successfully mirrored the tone and language nuances associated with that particular subculture, suggesting a significant level of familiarity with even the more obscure internet vernacular.

This raises an interesting possibility: By exploring more obscure or specialized Reddit lore, we might better gauge the depth and limits of how much knowledge these models have absorbed from internet communities. Understanding this could open avenues for more tailored AI interactions or shed light on the boundaries of machine understanding regarding hyper-specific online culture.

What are your thoughts on the extent of AI’s familiarity with niche internet content? Are there particular subcultures or references you think are still beyond its grasp? Share your insights and join the discussion on the evolving relationship between AI and internet subcultures.