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AI: The x'000 year-old game of competitive backgammon may well have to change...
Posted By: Sebalotek In Response To: AI: The x'000 year-old game of competitive backgammon may well have to change... (Bob Koca)
Date: Wednesday, 3 July 2024, at 8:33 a.m.
I had to add 2 words to give the AI a bit more context (Neuralink, BCI), but apart from that, pasted your query verbatim.
N.B. Even though my AI is very capable at processing natural language, it is highly recommended that scenarios are presented via text input in a clear, complete and structured manner (just as players hopefully would to a human TD) for even better results. i.e. a clear, comprehensive, numbered, chronological sequence of events e.g. 1... 2... 3... etc.
Please let me know how you would categorise the output for this random case.
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree
I can then attempt to fix (if necessary).
P.S. As the technology advances, it might well be beneficial in the future to further refine the backgammon rulesets. Given your profession, do you have any good suggestions for mitigation / future improvements Bob?
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Suppose I suspect my opponent is currently using such an implant (Neuralink, BCI). What does the AI rules bot say should be done?
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If you suspect your opponent is using an implant such as Neuralink or a Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) during a backgammon tournament, the recommended course of action is as follows:
Report to the Tournament Director (TD): As stated in the USBGF Tournament Rules and Ruling Guide, you should promptly report any suspicions or violations to the TD. The TD is responsible for handling disputes and ensuring fair play.
Establish the Facts: The TD will investigate the matter, requiring all parties involved to be truthful and forthcoming with any relevant information. This includes examining any evidence or witnesses that might clarify the situation.
Use of Aids and Devices: The rules explicitly prohibit the use of any aids or devices during a match except for keeping score, recording the match or positions, and passive recording. Any unauthorized aid, including BCIs or similar technology, is not allowed.
Penalties: If the TD determines that a player has indeed used such an unauthorized aid, they may impose penalties. These penalties can range from warnings to disqualification from the tournament, depending on the severity of the infraction and whether it was a repeat offense.
Transparency and Appeals: The TD is required to make their ruling based on the rules and established facts, ensuring transparency by explaining the rationale behind their decision. If you or the accused player disagrees with the ruling, there is a right to appeal to a Ruling Committee, which will independently review the case.
In summary, if you suspect your opponent is using a Neuralink or BCI, promptly inform the TD, who will then investigate and take appropriate action based on the established rules against unauthorized aids and devices.
please give citations
Certainly! Here are the relevant citations from the rules documents regarding your query about suspecting an opponent using an unauthorized device such as Neuralink or a BCI:
Reporting to the Tournament Director (TD):
"In case of a dispute or inquiry, participants must be truthful and forthcoming when questioned by the Tournament Director (TD), who shall determine the most appropriate course of action in circumstances not expressly addressed by the Rules." (USBGF Tournament Rules, Section 1.1.4, page 8). Use of Aids and Devices:
"Players must not use any aids or devices during a match, except to keep score and time and as desired to record the match or positions." (USBGF Tournament Rules, Section 1.8, page 17). Penalties:
"The TD may impose penalties for rule violations or for unacceptable behavior." (USBGF Tournament Rules, Section 1.1.5, page 10). "A player in breach of the above standards of behavior may be sanctioned in any manner considered just and appropriate by the TD including, but not limited to, disqualification and exclusion from the Tournament playing area." (USBGF Tournament Rules, Section 1.2.4, page 12). Transparency and Appeals:
"The TD should have a printed copy of the Rules available for consultation and should not hesitate to show the relevant rule text to the players involved. Every TD should read the Rules periodically, particularly before major tournaments to ensure that their knowledge is refreshed and current. Ignorance about the Rules may be indistinguishable from bias." (USBGF Tournament Rules, Section 1.1.4.2, page 8). "An aggrieved player may promptly appeal any TD ruling and intended corrective action. The TD shall convene a Ruling Committee of 3 or 5 qualified and impartial players to independently consider evidence and argument, and by majority vote may reverse, or modify the TD’s ruling." (USBGF Tournament Rules, Section 5.2, page 72). If you need further details or have any other questions, feel free to ask!
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