Godfather of AI says chatbots may have consciousness; human-only consciousness may be a myth
Geoffrey Hinton, a pioneer in machine learning, suggests that advanced AI chatbots may possess a form of subjective consciousness. He argues that consciousness is not a uniquely human trait and that our current understanding of it as a mysterious, separate entity is likely flawed.
Why it matters
This perspective challenges fundamental philosophical and scientific definitions of human identity and could influence the ethical frameworks governing future AI development.
Godfather of AI says ‘AI chatbots may have consciousness’ and suggests human-only consciousness may be a myth | - The Times of India
The article reports on a prominent figure's opinion without taking a stance, presenting the debate as an ongoing scientific and philosophical inquiry.
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