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AI: How We Got Here in Three Powerful Tales

Dec 26, 2024
Dive into the origins of artificial intelligence through captivating tales! Discover how Alan Turing's work redefined intelligence and deception, particularly with the Turing Test. Explore Karel Čapek's pioneering play that introduced robots and foretold an AI takeover. Delve into the ethical quandaries of treating machines as laborers and the ramifications of our creations. The discussion raises vital questions about rights, consciousness, and the profound impact of AI on human relationships in a technologically driven world.
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