Big Technology Podcast What Is Consciousness And Can Machines Achieve It — With Anil Seth
Oct 19, 2022
Anil Seth, a professor of cognitive and computational neuroscience at the University of Sussex and author of 'Being You,' dives into the fascinating realm of consciousness and AI. He explores what defines consciousness and the scientific hurdles AI must overcome to achieve it. The discussion also touches on the ethical dilemmas posed by AI in the metaverse, the simulation hypothesis, and the subjective nature of free will. Seth emphasizes the importance of understanding individual perceptions and the moral responsibilities that come with developing conscious machines.
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Consciousness Precedes Sentience
- Defining consciousness is crucial before discussing machine sentience.
- This podcast explores consciousness and its potential in machines.
Consciousness in Living Systems
- Current AI differs significantly from living organisms, the only known conscious systems.
- Anil Seth remains skeptical about silicon-based machines achieving consciousness.
Inferring Consciousness
- Consciousness is subjective and challenging to observe directly, even in other humans.
- We infer consciousness through behavior, making it tricky to assess in machines.
