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Leveraging AI

170 | AGI and ASI are coming and we are NOT READY, Is GPT 4.5 better than 4o? And more AI news for the week ending on March 8th, 2025

Mar 8, 2025
Is humanity ready for the impending arrival of Artificial General Intelligence? The fierce competition between the U.S. and China for AI dominance raises urgent questions about national security. Exciting advancements in humanoid robots are set to disrupt the workforce, while GPT 4.5 enhances emotional intelligence, changing our interaction with AI. Experts discuss the critical need for businesses to adapt their digital strategies in this fast-evolving landscape and the risks of mass displacement versus new opportunities in the job market.
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  • The approaching reality of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) demands urgent preparation from governments and societies to mitigate potential mass displacement of workers.
  • The competitive race between the U.S. and China for AI supremacy reflects a significant geopolitical shift, necessitating immediate strategic responses to maintain national security.

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Impending Transformation with AGI

The imminent arrival of artificial general intelligence (AGI) is highlighted as a significant turning point in human history, with experts predicting it could arrive within the next two to three years. This transformation is anticipated to affect every aspect of society, including economics, politics, and labor markets, leading to mass displacement of workers. Current advancements in AI technology suggest we are on a trajectory that could create systems capable of performing tasks previously thought only achievable by humans. The urgency expressed by AI leaders underscores a lack of preparation at government and societal levels for these profound changes.

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