The One You Feed How AI Answers Life's Biggest Questions with Iain Thomas & Jasmine Wang
May 24, 2024
Iain Thomas, an internationally best-selling poet and co-author of "What Makes Us Human?", joins AI researcher Jasmine Wang to discuss the complexities of artificial intelligence. They explore AI's capacity to answer fundamental questions about love and existence, highlighting its surprising human-like traits. The duo delves into the ethical implications of AI in creative industries and education, emphasizing the potential for technology to transform how we connect and understand ourselves. Their insights reveal the profound interplay between AI and human emotion.
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Shifting Public Sentiment on AI
- Iain Thomas discusses the public's shift in sentiment towards AI, from initial curiosity to fear and anxiety.
- He expresses concern that the focus on AI's potential negative impacts overshadows its positive potential.
Positivity and Creative Use of AI
- Jasmine Wang observed a recurring theme of positivity during her time at OpenAI, contrasting with the fear surrounding AI.
- She emphasizes the importance of utilizing AI for creative benefit and influencing its trajectory.
AI's Potential Beyond Creative Fields
- Consider AI's potential to improve areas like healthcare and manufacturing beyond creative fields.
- Focus on how AI can augment human intelligence and create new possibilities, especially in education and healthcare.
