I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Henry Shevlin, a philosopher and A.I. ethicist, who shared his insights on the intersection of philosophy, A.I., and ethics. Dr. Shevlin discussed the rapid advancements in A.I. technology, likening it to a historically unprecedented period of progress. We delved into the ethical implications of A.I., particularly in the realm of social A.I. and its impact on human relationships and mental health. Dr. Shevlin also explored the complex question of A.I. consciousness and the challenges in defining and understanding it – a deep and thought-provoking look at the future of A.I. and its role in society!
Senior Researcher | Dr. Henry Shevlin leads the groundbreaking Consciousness and Intelligence Project at the Centre for the Future of Intelligence at the University of Cambridge. His pioneering work explores the intricate relationship between human and non-human consciousness and intelligence, morality, creativity, and the implications of AI on our understanding of cognition and ethics.
Philosopher and A.I. Ethicist | Dr. Shevlin explores the societal impact of artificial intelligence, investigating machine consciousness and ethical challenges of advanced AI systems. As Associate Director at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, he bridges philosophy and technology, shaping policies to align AI development with human values and ethics.
Award-Winning Educator & Speaker | As Programme Director for the "Kinds of Intelligence" program and a key figure in the award-winning MSt in AI Ethics and Society course (which won the 2022 CogX award for 'Best Course in AI'), Dr. Shevlin is shaping the next generation of leaders in AI ethics and philosophy, bridging cutting-edge research with innovative education.
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00:00 - Meet the Philosopher Shaping A.I. Ethics!
00:41 - What is Philosophy? A Quick Dive into Big Questions
01:54 - Can ChatGPT Really Understand?
02:21 - A.I. Ethics: Ensuring a Safe Future for Humanity
03:26 - The Unprecedented Speed of A.I. Progress
05:35 - The Cambrian Explosion of A.I.: What It Means for Us
06:19 - Human-like A.I. vs. Specialized A.I.
08:40 - Do A.I. Systems Have Minds? (The Big Debate)
12:08 - The Rise of Social A.I.: Friends or Foes?
17:48 - Learning from Social Media: Avoiding Past Mistakes with A.I.
18:07 - A.I. Influencers: The Future of Marketing and Manipulation
22:31 - Tips for Maximum Productivity
28:32 - Using A.I. in Everyday Life (Fun + Practical Examples)
32:04 - Conscious A.I.: Are The Machines “Waking Up”?
38:54 - The Future of Human-A.I. Relationships
"A.I. Ethics is an emerging interdisciplinary field... about trying to ensure that A.I. tools are conducive to human thriving and don't cause unexpected catastrophes." ~ Dr. Henry Shevlin
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