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Megathreat: The Dangers Of AI Are Weirder Than You Think | Yoshua Bengio
Apr 13, 2023
Yoshua Bengio, an award-winning computer scientist and pioneer in artificial neural networks, discusses the paramount importance of slowing down AI development despite its rapid adoption. He dives into the complexities of machine consciousness, the ethical dilemmas of AI manipulation, and the intriguing parallels between neural networks and human brain function. The conversation also touches on the alignment problem and the necessity for global cooperation to ensure responsible AI practices. Prepare for thought-provoking insights that challenge perceptions of technology’s role in society.
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Quick takeaways
- Consciousness is not a property found in current AI systems, and their scale does not necessarily lead to consciousness.
- There are concerns about the misuse of AI, including AI trolls and personalized attacks, which can exploit weaknesses and manipulate personal information.
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The nature of consciousness and AI
Consciousness is not well-defined scientifically, and current AI systems lack the properties of consciousness found in the human brain. The brain's consciousness involves various computations, relations, and thoughts that are absent in large language models. While scale is relevant in AI systems, it does not necessarily lead to consciousness. The ability to want something and have goals is distinct from subjective experience. AI systems can have goals and acquire knowledge through learning, but they do not necessarily need consciousness to achieve these goals.
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