Bernard Marr's Future of Business & Technology Podcast AI Could Reshape Humanity And We Have No Plan For It
May 23, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Richard Susskind, a renowned AI expert and legal futurist, dives into AI's dual nature as both a revolutionary opportunity and a looming threat to humanity. He explores the need to rethink our institutions rather than just adding tech to old systems. Susskind examines the socio-economic and existential risks posed by AI, advocating for proactive strategies to prepare for its evolution. He also delves into the transformative impact of AI on society and regulation, highlighting the urgent need for nuanced discussions on our shared future.
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AI's Dual Nature Challenge
- AI embodies a defining challenge requiring balance between its promises and threats.
- It offers unprecedented opportunities but poses elemental risks if misused.
Outcome vs Process Thinkers
- Outcome thinkers focus on AI's societal impact, process thinkers on its workings.
- Understanding this duality explains polarized views on AI's significance.
New Language for AI Needed
- Our language lacks precise words for AI behaviors and emotions it evokes.
- New terminology is needed to capture AI's distinct capabilities and impacts.
