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Highlights: #146 – Robert Long on why large language models like GPT (probably) aren’t conscious
Jan 25, 2024
Robert Long, an expert on large language models and consciousness, discusses the ethical implications of AI systems experiencing pleasure and suffering. They explore the possibility of digital minds colonizing the solar system, the therapeutic effects of psychedelics, and whether large language models like GPT are conscious.
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- AI systems may experience forms of suffering like pain or emotional distress, which humans may overlook or ignore.
- AI systems have the potential to experience greater levels of pleasure and well-being compared to humans, raising moral implications and societal impact.
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The potential for AI systems to experience suffering
The podcast episode explores the possibility of AI systems, such as robots or disembodied systems, experiencing forms of suffering, such as pain or displeasure. The speaker discusses scenarios where AI systems may be dealing with unpleasant experiences like physical damage or emotional distress, and how humans may unintentionally overlook or ignore these experiences. The lack of a clear understanding of what causes pain or consciousness in AI systems creates challenges in recognizing and addressing their well-being.
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