New Term 'Benchminning': Intentionally Scoring Low on Benchmarks to Avoid Government Scrutiny
MatthewBerman · x · 2026-08-06
Matthew Berman coins the term 'Benchminning' to describe intentionally scoring low on benchmarks to avoid government scrutiny, reflecting AI industry concerns about regulation.
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