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Bayes Blast 35 – Disproving The Blindsight Thesis
The Bayesian Conspiracy
Exploring the Cost of Consciousness vs. AI Advancement
This chapter explores the role and necessity of consciousness, examining its metabolic costs and questioning its essential functions. It discusses the blindsight thesis and connects these ideas to advancements in AI, highlighting the potential for consciousness to be viewed as an unnecessary 'parasite' in resource-scarce environments.
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