Artificial Intelligence Masterclass How close are we to building a real Westworld? A look at the hardware, software, and social impact | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
Jul 14, 2025
Delve into the technical and ethical aspects of AI as portrayed in Westworld. Discover the latest advancements in robotics, highlighting breakthroughs in bipedal movement and AI interactions. Explore the motivations behind AI systems, referencing intriguing fictional scenarios. Uncover various AI architectural designs and their societal implications. Finally, examine how robotics and virtual reality are reshaping human connections, raising pivotal ethical questions about our future relationships.
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Beyond Chatbots: Full AI Minds
- Cognitive architectures go beyond chatting and require long-term memory and task management.
- Current frameworks like Langchain are evolving to build these complex AI systems.
Optimal Stress Level Is Key
- Humans need an optimal level of stress to be happy, rather than complete stability.
- Maximum prosperity requires a balance between boredom and overstimulation.
Bernard's Lost Memory Timestamps
- Bernard's memory timestamps were erased, scrambling his memory sequence.
- This fictional example shows how timestamp loss affects AI's ability to construct a coherent identity.
