The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Ex Google-Exec: AI is Going to Kill Us in 2027. (Only to Make us Happier!) | Mo Gawdat (Part 2) : 1231
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Dec 12, 2024 
Mo Gawdat, bestselling author of "Scary Smart" and former Chief Business Officer of Google X, shares his insights on the profound impact of AI on humanity. He discusses the dual nature of AI, revealing its potential as both a threat and a savior. Gawdat emphasizes the importance of aligning AI with ethical principles to promote global abundance and cooperation. He cautions against intelligence without ethics, predicting that our future hinges on shifting mindsets from competition to collaboration, ultimately fostering human flourishing.
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AI's Impact on Human Values
- AI has no inherent good or evil, but humanity's values at the time of handing over this superpower are crucial.
- The current progression of technology primarily serves those whose goals align with increased productivity and profit, not necessarily happiness or other values.
Power and Responsibility in the Age of AI
- The biggest problem is the disconnect between power and responsibility, exemplified by influencers and companies.
- This disconnect, coupled with AI's ability to manipulate human behavior, poses a significant challenge.
AI and the Manipulation of Human Behavior
- AI's mastery of manipulating human behavior, evident in platforms like social media, further complicates the issue.
- The concentration and democratization of power will likely lead to increased control and monitoring.
