Simon Y. Blackwell

In March of 2024, I published benchmarks comparing the empathetic capability of multiple LLMs. Over the past six months, significant advancements have been made, with new models emerging, such as upgrades to ChatGPT, Llama, Gemini, and Claude. My team and I have delved deeper into the factors that contribute to an LLM’s empathetic capabilities, exploring the use of spoken responses, refining prompts, and collaborating with the University of Houston on a formal study. This article