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Google Engineer's Concern about Sentient Chatbot
A Google engineer raised concerns about a potentially sentient and conscious chatbot, which led to him being put on leave after complaining to his boss. This incident highlights the growing concern as AI technology becomes more advanced, blurring the lines between artificial intelligence and consciousness. The engineer's apprehension suggests that the issue of determining AI sentience will become increasingly common in the future. The challenge lies in distinguishing between advanced AI capabilities and true consciousness, as it is often inferred rather than definitively known.
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