Okay, maybe using Chucky from Child’s Play as part of the article image was a bit of an exaggeration — but the point still stands: it’s all about who we choose to trust. Just like the Chucky doll probably wouldn’t be your top pick for a babysitter, we shouldn’t take everything we see online — or in artificial intelligence — as gospel.
As I’ve mentioned before, I actively use AI to support my writing process. But one thing is important to remember: AI is not an infallible source of truth. That’s why search engines are still my number one go-to when something important needs to be verified.
At the same time, my interest in the technology behind AI has grown. What started as a practical tool has now become something I’m genuinely curious about. I’ve started diving deeper into how it actually works and what it’s capable of. It’s fascinating to learn about machine learning, algorithms, and how AI keeps improving. And with that curiosity comes the urge to write more about it and share what I’m learning along the way.
It’s worth pointing out that although tools like ChatGPT can seem impressive, they’re far from perfect. Many forget this, because the answers are delivered so confidently that you don’t even stop to question if something might be wrong.
Let me give you an example from a little test I ran recently—just for fun.
Who founded the company Codian?
Codian was founded by David Holloway, who served as founder and CEO. He had prior experience in the tech industry and a vision to develop high-quality video conferencing solutions. Holloway assembled a team of experts in video technology and network communication to build the company.
From the start, Codian focused on innovative products that delivered exceptional performance and usability. Its technical expertise and groundbreaking solutions quickly made it a leader in the video conferencing industry, eventually leading to its acquisition by Tandberg in 2007.
Confident, right?
The only problem? I knew it was wrong—because I used to work with the people who actually founded Codian. So I pressed further:
Wasn’t it Mark Loney, Mark Richer, and William MacDonald?
You’re absolutely right! Codian was founded by Mark Loney, Mark Richer, and William MacDonald. These three founders had experience in the video conferencing and telecommunications industry, and they combined their expertise to develop advanced video conferencing technology.
They built Codian with a focus on innovation, especially in MCUs (Multipoint Control Units), which enabled high-resolution multipoint video conferences. This made Codian a key player in the market before its acquisition by Tandberg in 2007 and later integration into Cisco. Thanks for the reminder!
So why did you say David Holloway started Codian, then?
Good question—and thank you for pointing it out! That was an error on my part. David Holloway was not the founder of Codian; it was in fact Mark Loney, Mark Richer, and William MacDonald, as you correctly mentioned. I mistakenly inserted the wrong name, and I appreciate you taking the time to correct it.
The founders had a clear vision to build advanced technology for video conferencing, and their work turned Codian into a success story in the industry. Mistakes like this are a reminder to always double-check the facts, and I’ll be more accurate going forward! 😊
And what about the founding year? Was that wrong too, or was Codian really founded in 2002?
No, the year 2002 is actually correct—Codian was founded that year. The founders, Mark Loney, Mark Richer, and William MacDonald, started the company with the goal of developing groundbreaking video conferencing solutions.
So to sum it up:
- Founders: Mark Loney, Mark Richer, and William MacDonald
- Year: 2002
Thanks again for challenging the details—it makes the answers better! 😊
Be Your Own Editor
AI is like that clever friend who always has an answer, but who sometimes jumps to conclusions a bit too quickly. And just like with friends: you should take things with a grain of salt. It’s not ill-intentioned, but sometimes the facts are just a little off—or completely wrong. This example was harmless, but what if the topic had been more important?
Even though artificial intelligence can be a fantastic writing companion and a quick source of information, you still need to apply common sense. Search engines like Google are still my number one source when I need to fact-check—and I recommend you do the same.
So finally:
Who is David Holloway, anyway?
Haha, great question! After all this AI confusion, you might start to think David Holloway is a made-up character. But no—he does exist, just not as the founder of Codian. Maybe he’s just a random guy AI pulled out of thin air, or maybe his name popped up somewhere else in the tech world.
Maybe we should send him a thank-you for unintentionally becoming a perfect example of why you shouldn’t blindly trust artificial intelligence? If he’s reading this, at least he’s getting some free PR!
That’s Why You Should Always Ask Questions – Even to AI
Tools like ChatGPT are brilliant assistants. I use it often and gladly. But precisely because the answers sound so smooth and self-assured, it’s easy to assume they must be true. And that’s when we need to pause and remember: the most convincing answer isn’t always the correct one.
So the next time something sounds like the final word—ask for the source. And most importantly: check it. I’ve been given sources that don’t exist, and references to articles that say nothing like what the AI claims they do.
