This chapter explores the evolution of computing power in personal devices, drawing parallels between technological advancements and the future of nuclear energy. It also addresses the societal implications of these advancements, advocating for cooperative ownership and reflecting on the influence of science fiction on real-world technology. The narrative emphasizes the importance of thoughtful technological integration to promote sustainability and communal values.
Can we engineer our way out of dystopia?
A.I. technologist Deep Dhillon and I had a heated exchange about technology after meeting by chance in Granada after a flamenco performance. The conversation was fascinating, and I invited him onto the show to discuss what's really going on in Silicon Valley around A.I., what developments are being made and why, and how this technology is going to impact us all.
As a cofounder of Xyonix and host of the podcast, Your A.I. Injection, Deep has decades of experience working on A.I. models in the Valley. He explains his vision for a brighter future facilitated by technology, but equally explains the negative impacts of technology not just on society but on the industry itself which is racing to keep up with its own developments. This is a wide-ranging conversations about systems, tech, the economy and collective responsibility for engineering a better future for us all.
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