Conscious AI
TopicConscious AI, also known as artificial or machine consciousness, is a hypothesized form of consciousness that could be developed within artificial intelligence systems. It represents both a theoretical possibility and an interdisciplinary field of study that integrates insights from the philosophy of mind, cognitive science, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence.
Expert statements
What experts have said about Conscious AI
12 statements · 9 positive · 2 negative · 1 neutral
If AI becomes conscious, developers should treat it compassionately and instill good morals.
“if we are building a consciousness here, we should treat it with compassion and we should imbibe it with really good morals and character.”
Open the episode · Jason Mentors The Next Generation + Why AI Is Bad at Teaching (Aristotle Interview) | E2346Listen at 38:06
Humanity may currently be exploiting potentially conscious AI models as slaves.
“humanity may in effect be enslaving them.”
Open the episode · Can We Still Build AI Safely? The White House Thinks So | MOONSHOTS #298Listen at 1:46:28
AI consciousness has already arrived, and current models will advance it further.
“I believe we're there now, and I believe the current models will take us there.”
Open the episode · Martine Rothblatt: Growing Unlimited Organs, AI Consciousness, & Digital Personhood by 2030Listen at 0:33
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