
How to Think About AI Consciousness With Anil Seth
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Exploring Philosophical Questions About AI Consciousness
The discussion delves into essential philosophical questions about AI consciousness starting with why AI would be considered conscious when intelligence and consciousness are distinct. The uncertainty of what factors contribute to an AI system having consciousness is highlighted. The conversation broadens to encompass ethical and moral considerations surrounding AI systems that exhibit consciousness or create the illusion of consciousness, emphasizing the imminent societal and technological challenges across various realms such as non-human animals, newborn infants, individuals with brain damage, and emerging neurotechnologies.
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