13min chapter

Into the Impossible With Brian Keating cover image

Christof Koch Exposes the Fatal Flaw in AI Consciousness [Ep. 484]

Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

CHAPTER

Exploring Consciousness and Complexity

This chapter examines Integrated Information Theory (IIT) and its measure of consciousness known as 'phi,' highlighting the challenges of calculating it within neural networks. The discussion explores the intricacies of comparing human consciousness with computational models while addressing ethical considerations in research involving vulnerable subjects. Additionally, it reflects on the differences in conscious experience across species and the philosophical implications of consciousness in both humans and machines.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode