The Wright Show Human Agency vs "Agentic” AI (Robert Wright & Kanjun Qiu)
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Jan 23, 2025 Kanjun Qiu, the CEO of Imbue, an AI research lab, dives into the complexities of artificial intelligence and its future impact on human agency. They discuss the risks of a dystopian "Wall-E world" and the necessity of human-centric AI that enhances creativity rather than stifles it. Kanjun emphasizes how bespoke AI agents could transform daily life while advocating for technology that empowers personal freedom. The conversation also touches on the iterative nature of software development and the importance of open-source tech in fostering individual creativity and reducing control.
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WALL-E Future
- Kanjun Qiu wants to avoid a WALL-E-like future where humans have abundance but lack agency.
- She emphasizes the importance of self-determination and a sense of purpose, fearing a future where humans become passive consumers.
Engagement Optimization
- Optimizing for engagement can be detrimental when it turns humans into the object rather than the subject.
- Kanjun Qiu believes the focus should be on empowering users and fostering their creativity.
Agency in the Age of AI
- Kanjun Qiu highlights the importance of agency in the age of AI.
- She discusses Imbue's focus on building AI agents that empower users rather than control them.