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The dangerous illusion of AI consciousness
The dangerous illusion of AI consciousness

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AI expert and DeepMind contributor Shannon Vallor  explores OpenAI’s latest GPT-4o model, based on the ideas of her new book, ‘The AI Mirror’. Despite modest intellectual improvements, its human-like behaviour raises serious ethical concerns. This article delves into the risks of AI’s anthropomorphic design, warning against the illusion of consciousness. As AI becomes more convincing, the impact on our relationships and society deepens. You can see Shannon Vallor, debating Ken Cukier and Joscha Bach about the future of Big Tech and AI regulation on Controlling the Tech Titans, 1:15pm Monday 27th at HowTheLightGetsIn Hay-on-Wye 2024.This article is presented in association with …

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