[ExI] Six Startling Predictions

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I agree. Nr 1 seems to me, way too early, and the others too slow. 
Interesting times! =)

Best regards,
Daniel


On Thu, 4 May 2023, BillK via extropy-chat wrote:

> The Great AI Disruption: Six Startling Predictions That Will Shape Our
> Lives and Test Our Limits
> by Thomas Frey | May 4, 2023
>
> To better grasp the transition we’re in, I will help unpack six
> predictions surrounding the future of AI and the profound impact these
> developments will have on our lives, as well as the ethical questions
> and challenges they will raise. As we delve into these predictions, it
> is essential to consider the implications of these technologies and
> the importance of striking a balance between the benefits they bring
> and the potential risks they pose.
>
> <https://futuristspeaker.com/artificial-intelligence/the-great-ai-disruption-six-startling-predictions-that-will-shape-our-lives-and-test-our-limits/>
>
> Quotes:
> 1. By 2026, AI-driven virtual reality experiences will become so
> immersive and realistic that they will blur the distinction between
> the virtual and the physical world, leading to widespread debates on
> the nature of reality.
>
> 2. By 2028, AI-generated news anchors will become commonplace,
> delivering real-time news updates with unparalleled accuracy and
> speed, but sparking ethical discussions about the potential loss of
> journalistic integrity and human touch.
>
> 3. By 2030, AI will have mastered the art of creating original,
> best-selling novels and screenplays, leading to intense debates about
> the value of human creativity and artistic expression in a world
> dominated by AI-generated content.
>
> 4. By 2032, AI-enabled personal assistants, or buddy bots, will be
> able to predict and cater to their users’ needs and emotions with such
> accuracy that they will become indispensable companions, raising
> concerns about the impact on human relationships and mental health.
>
> 5. By 2034, AI will have created entirely new industries and job
> categories, pushing humans to adapt and acquire new skills to remain
> relevant in the workforce, leading to a reevaluation of the
> traditional notions of work and productivity.
>
> 6. By 2036, AI will have become an integral part of human
> decision-making at all levels, from personal choices to global
> policies, prompting philosophical debates about the nature of free
> will and the ethical implications of relying on artificial
> intelligence for guidance.
> -----------------
>
> My feeling is that his timescale is too slow.
> Change will happen faster and faster.
> That's what exponential means!
>
> BillK
>
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