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#64 Prof. Gary Marcus 3.0

Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

CHAPTER

Consciousness and AI: Exploring the Boundaries

This chapter investigates the intricate relationship between consciousness and artificial intelligence, highlighting the limitations of current AI systems in representing reality. The discussion includes the elusive nature of self-awareness in machines and contrasts it with human cognition, while examining concepts like reflexivity and qualia. Through various examples, the chapter addresses the philosophical questions surrounding the potential for AI to possess true consciousness.

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