Unveiling AI's Evolution: From Consciousness to Real Reasoning
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In this riveting episode of Google DeepMind, we dive headfirst into the mind-boggling world of artificial intelligence. The legendary Mari Shanahan, a cognitive robotics guru from Imperial College London and Google DeepMind, takes center stage. He's like the AI whisperer, shedding light on the profound questions surrounding AI's impact on human consciousness and intelligence. It's like watching a high-octane race between philosophy and technology, with Shanahan at the wheel.
Shanahan's journey through the AI landscape is nothing short of a blockbuster movie plot. From consulting on the mind-bending "Ex Machina" to rubbing shoulders with AI pioneer John McCarthy, he's seen it all. We explore the evolution of AI from symbolic systems to neural networks, uncovering the complexities of encoding common sense knowledge. It's like trying to teach a supercar to parallel park - challenging, but oh so exhilarating.
The discussion shifts gears to AI reasoning, contrasting traditional theorem proving with modern language models. Shanahan paints a vivid picture of the delicate balance between rigid rule-based systems and the flexible nature of neural networks. It's a high-stakes game of chess between man and machine, with the concept of "real reasoning" hanging in the balance. As the AI race heats up, Shanahan's insights offer a thrilling glimpse into the future of artificial intelligence. So buckle up, folks, because the ride is just getting started!
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Unveiling AI's Evolution: From Consciousness to Real Reasoning
Explore the impact of AI on consciousness and reasoning with Mari Shanahan from Google DeepMind. From symbolic AI to neural networks, discover the evolution of AI and the quest for real reasoning. Exciting insights into the future of artificial intelligence await!