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Prof. Daniel Dennett - Could AI Counterfeit People Destroy Civilization? (SPECIAL EDITION)

Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

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Exploring AI Agency and Consciousness

This chapter delves into the philosophical complexities surrounding artificial intelligence, particularly focusing on the distinction between genuine agency and mere simulation. It critically examines the implications of AI as potential agents while addressing the fears surrounding future AI domination versus current technological challenges. The discussion also highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of consciousness, advocating for a continuum approach rather than a binary perspective.

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