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In conversation with Yuval Noah Harari: AI and the evolution of financial systems
May 24, 2024
Historian and author Yuval Noah Harari discusses AI's impact on finance, emphasizing the need for human oversight. The conversation explores the historical context of technological transitions and the potential of AI in decision-making. They also discuss the implications of AI on information control, trust in money, and nation building.
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- AI's potential to make independent decisions necessitates understanding and regulation to prevent harmful outcomes.
- AI's increasing role in finance signifies a transition towards AI-driven financial activities, posing risks of losing human understanding and requiring effective regulation.
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The Power and Regulation of AI
AI's potential power to make decisions independently raises the need for understanding and regulation to prevent dangerous consequences. With AI becoming more powerful than seen in history, including the Industrial Revolution, its capacity for decision-making and idea generation poses challenges. The podcast raises concerns about AI's increasing influence on human society, highlighting the importance of comprehending and controlling its impact on pivotal areas like central banking and financial systems.
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