Are you suggesting that we could bypass the coding by letting an organic neural network configure itself so to speak, and we just learn how to train it or affect its development? — MikeL
I'm pro-technology, regardless of consequences for humans — TheMadFool
but it does make a lot of sense. — MikeL
At least if a given supercomputer fails at AI, they can repurpose it; a failed $250m self-evolving synthetic brain would just end up in a hazmat bin. — Efram
Dehumanization — Rich
Automation is literally dehumanization, so I guess you're right. — praxis
AI is a big thing in computer science. They're making headlines and also, for better or for worse, falling short of desired results. — TheMadFool
I'm pro-technology, regardless of consequences for humans - I don't care if machines take over the world (should I?). — TheMadFool
Our brains are made of neurons and their language is electrical signals. — TheMadFool
Reason is the only thing that humans distinguish themselves with. We're the leading edge of biological technology, — TheMadFool
Dehumanization — Rich
I think the Nazis killed over 50 million people - with advanced technology. — Rich
The OP is willing to do anything without regard to the consequences to human life or a human life. — Rich
TheMadFool goes on to critique AI research without any real justification for doing so. — praxis
I also think the internet is alive:D — TheMadFool
At least if a given supercomputer fails at AI, they can repurpose it; a failed $250m self-evolving synthetic brain would just end up in a hazmat bin. — Efram
It''s an interesting comparison. It is an incredibly integrated neural net of sorts. I don't believe it is alive but it forces to wonder about the difference between that and the human (or any other animals) mind v brain. — MikeL
The really big cultural/societal issue we face is the enormous effort being rolled into education, beginning in elementary school, to dehumanize people. — Rich
It's not that humans can assume a higher moral ground here. Look at how we're treating animals and the environment - with total disregard for their welfare. So, my views aren't as bad as you make it out to be.
Anyway, apologies if my views offend you. — TheMadFool
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