The Trajectory Richard Sutton - Humanity Never Had Control in the First Place (Worthy Successor Series, Episode 2)
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Aug 9, 2024 Join Richard Sutton, a renowned Professor from the University of Alberta and a Research Scientist at Keen Technologies, as he delves into the complexities of artificial general intelligence. He discusses who controls AGI and the moral dilemmas it brings. Sutton envisions a decentralized, cooperative future while questioning what true prosperity means in a tech-driven reality. He unpacks humanity's fragile relationship with AI and the necessity for collaboration amid geopolitical challenges, emphasizing the unpredictable journey that lies ahead.
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Humanity's Pursuit
- Humanity's pursuit of self-understanding and improvement is a continuous process.
- Creating AI is the next big step, akin to the beginning of life itself.
Eternal Human Kingdom
- The belief in an eternal human kingdom is unrealistic given the universe's dynamic nature.
- People often cling to this idea due to the perceived stability of their current lives.
Understanding Reality
- Our understanding of the world is based on sensory input and its relation to our actions.
- Grasping this is key to developing AI, according to Richard Sutton.