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E94: Best of: AGI | Dario Amodei / Balaji Srinivasan / Marc Andreessen / Samo Burja / Michael Levin

"Upstream" with Erik Torenberg

CHAPTER

Navigating the Spectrum of Intelligence

This chapter explores the intricate nature of intelligence, examining its manifestations from simple biological entities to advanced artificial systems. It challenges binary classifications of cognitive abilities, advocating for a continuum perspective that blurs the lines between biological and mechanical intelligences. The discussion intertwines philosophical inquiries with practical implications for AI development, highlighting the tensions between scientific exploration and commercial interests in the academic landscape.

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