Professor Michael Rovatsos

Dr. Kanta Dihal, an Associate Fellow at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, and Professor Michael Rovatsos, an AI safety expert at Edinburgh University, dive into the myths and realities of AI. They discuss how societal fears and sci-fi narratives shape public perceptions, often overshadowing real challenges. The conversation touches on the importance of proactive AI governance and the need for cautious optimism. They also explore the complexities of achieving true artificial general intelligence and the critical issues surrounding today’s AI advancements.