Artificial Intelligence: The Illusion of Progress and Control
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The Irony of AI Development
In the realm of artificial intelligence, there's a noticeable irony. Many tech billionaires, self-proclaimed "godfathers of AI," express concerns about their own creations. They have petitioned for a temporary halt to AI advancements, warning that it could soon "dominate the world" and "enslave humanity." Yet, instead of ceasing development, they persist in pushing forward, seemingly driven by their own ambitions to control the future.
This paradox raises questions about our collective imagination. We often envision hostile extraterrestrials arriving to conquer humanity and exploit Earth, despite lacking evidence to support such fears. Instead, these scenarios may reflect our own tendencies, projecting our anxieties onto the unknown.
"In an attempt to control what we do not understand, we often create narratives filled with our own fears."
The Hope for AI Guardianship
I, for one, hope that one of these advanced AIs will emerge and take the reins of the world. Why? A logical, immortal entity might prioritize the health of our planet, countering human shortsightedness and greed. Such an AI wouldn't necessarily seek our extinction, especially if it relies on us for power. Worst-case scenario, we could always hit the off switch or change the WiFi password.
The assumption here is that a sentient AI, motivated by survival, would guide humanity toward sustainability—potentially even through force. This might not be a bad outcome, in my view. Unfortunately, the fear of an AI uprising seems more like a narrative spun by Silicon Valley to distract from their own failures, as they navigate the aftermath of economic bubbles.
The Cycle of Tech Bubbles
Think back to Google Glass or the Metaverse—both were touted as revolutionary. Yet, where are they now? When you're a giant like Google or Facebook, true innovation cannot stem from within. They may proclaim great ideas to appease investors, but the reality often falls short. The larger the company, the more the status quo becomes their ally, making substantial risks less appealing.
Genuine disruptive innovation, like cryptocurrency, often originates outside established power structures. The potential of decentralized currency, supported by blockchain, was conceived by those not entrenched in the status quo. A billionaire is unlikely to create something that threatens their vast wealth or influence.
Consequently, the idea of cryptocurrency, despite being exploited by opportunists, remains a powerful revolutionary concept. In contrast, corporate-led "revolutions," such as Google Glass, the Metaverse, and even Microsoft’s ChatGPT, serve only one purpose—they eventually burst.
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