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    WHY DOES THE FUTURE

    NOT NEED US

    MST2: WEEK 8
    THE FUTURE DOES NOT NEED US

    • As artificial intelligence and automation technologies


    continue to rapidly advance, there are growing concerns
    that the future may no longer have a place for human
    beings.
    • The rise of superintelligent AI could lead to the
    displacement of human labor and an existential threat to
    our species.
    WHY THE FUTURE DOESN’T NEED US
    William Nelson Joy, April 2000

    • William Nelson Joy, an American computer


    scientist and chief scientist of Sun
    Microsystems, wrote an article for Wired
    magazine entitled Why the future doesn’t
    need us?
    • Joy warned against the rapid rise of new
    technologies.
    • He explained that 21st century technologies -
    genetics, nanotechnology, and robotics
    (GNR) - are becoming very powerful that they
    can potentially bring about new classes of
    WHY THE FUTURE DOESN’T NEED US
    William Nelson Joy, April 2000

    • He further warned that these dangers are even more pressing because they
    do not require large facilities or even rare materials
    • Knowledge alone will make them potentially harmful to humans
    • He argued that robotic, genetic engineering, and nanotechnology pose much
    greater threats than technological developments that have come before
    • He cited the ability of nanobots to self-replicate, which could quickly get out
    of control
    • He also voiced out about the rapid increase of computer power
    • He was also concerned that computers will eventually become more
    intelligent than humans, thus societies into dystopian visions, such as robot
    rebellions.
    WHY THE FUTURE DOESN’T NEED US
    William Nelson Joy, April 2000

    • Joy’s article tackles the unpleasant and uncomfortable possibilities that a


    senseless approach to scientific and technological advancements may
    bring.
    • It is very unavoidable to think of a future that will no longer need the
    human race.
    • It makes thinking of the roles and obligations of every stakeholder a
    necessary component of scientific and technological advancement.
    • In this case, it is very necessary that the scientific community,
    governments, and businesses engage in a discussion to determine the
    safeguards of humans against the potential dangers of science and
    technology.
    THE RISE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

    Exponential Autonomous Narrow vs.


    Growth Systems General AI

    AI-powered While current AI


    AI capabilities are machines are systems excel at
    advancing at an becoming specific tasks, the
    unprecedented rate, increasingly self- prospect of more
    far outpacing human sufficient, with the general, human- level
    cognitive abilities. ability to learn and AI is a looming
    adapt on their own. concern.
    THE SINGULARITY AND SUPERINTELLIGENCE

    Superintelligenc The Intelligence


    The Singularity
    e Explosion
    • The hypothetical • AI systems that • The concern that
    point in time far surpass once an AI
    when human system becomes
    technological intelligence, smarter than
    growth becomes potentially humans, it will
    so rapid that it rendering us rapidly become
    leads to a obsolete or even vastly more
    fundamental, posing an intelligent,
    unforeseeable existential threat. leading to an
    change in human unpredictable
    civilization. and potentially
    uncontrollable
    THE DISPLACEMENT OF HUMAN LABOR

    AI and robotics are already replacing


    Automation human workers in many industries, from
    manufacturing to customer service.

    As AI systems become more capable of


    performing complex cognitive tasks, even
    Cognitive Tasks highly skilled professions are at risk of
    automation.

    The displacement of human labor could


    Societal lead to widespread unemployment, social
    Disruption unrest, and economic upheaval.
    THE EXISTENTIAL THREAT OF AUTONOMOUS
    WEAPONS

    Lethal Autonomy
    • The development of autonomous weapon systems that can select and engage
    targets without meaningful human control poses grave ethical and security
    concerns.

    Unpredictable Consequences
    • The use of such weapons could lead to unintended escalation, indiscriminate
    harm, and the potential for global catastrophe.

    Moral Responsibility
    • The delegation of life- or-death decisions to machines raises fundamental questions
    about human accountability and the preservation of human values.
    THE ETHICAL DILEMMAS OF ADVANCED
    TECHNOLOGY

    Privacy Algorithmic Transparency


    • The rise of Bias • The opaque nature
    ubiquitous • AI systems can of many AI
    surveillance and perpetuate and systems makes it
    data collection amplify societal difficult to
    pose significant biases, leading to understand and
    threats to personal unfair and hold accountable
    privacy and civil discriminatory their decision-
    liberties. outcomes. making processes.
    THE RESPONSIBILITY OF TECHNOLOGICAL
    DEVELOPMENT

    Cau • Developers and policymakers must exercise great care and


    tiou foresight in the development and deployment of
    s
    App transformative technologies.
    roac
    h
    Ethi • Robust ethical guidelines and governance structures are
    cal needed to ensure advanced technologies are aligned with
    Fra
    me human values.
    wor
    ks
    Publ • Ongoing dialogue and collaboration with the public is
    ic crucial to address the societal implications of technological
    Eng
    age change.
    me
    nt
    THE UNCERTAIN FUTURE OF HUMANITY

    Potential
    Likelihood Consequences
    Outcomes
    Humans and AI systems work
    Coexistence with AI Moderate in harmony, with AI as a tool to
    enhance human capabilities.
    AI systems surpass and
    replace humans in most
    economic and intellectual
    Displacement by AI High
    activities, leading to
    widespread unemployment
    and social upheaval.
    Advanced AI systems become
    unaligned with human values
    Existential Risk Low but Growing and pose an existential threat
    to the continuation of our
    species.
    DOES THE FUTURE NEED US?

    Yes, there can never be greater than any


    divine creations which is the human being.

    We are the inventors of the technologies


    that will work for us in the future, hence,
    these can’t stand alone.
    “We may not know
    what the future
    holds, but we know
    who holds our
    future.”
    WHY THE FUTURE NEEDS US?

    Human Ingenuity:
    Despite the potential risks associated with advanced technology,
    humans possess unique qualities such as creativity, empathy, and
    moral reasoning, which are essential for navigating complex ethical
    and social challenges.
    Adaptability and Resilience:
    Despite the rapid pace of technological change, humans have
    demonstrated a remarkable ability to adapt and innovate in response
    to new challenges, suggesting that they will continue to play a
    central role in shaping the future.
    Ethical Oversight:
    While autonomous technologies may have the potential to outpace
    human control, it is argued that humans still play a crucial role in
    setting ethical guidelines and ensuring responsible development and
    deployment of technology.
    -end-

    Thank you!
    ASSIGNMENT
    • To further understand the lesson, you may watch the following films.
    • "I, Robot", a 2004 film by Alex Proyas
    • Movie Review Guide Questions for "I, Robot"
    • Write a brief summary of the movie.
    • Human-Robot Relationships: What ethical issues arise from the relationships between humans and robots
    depicted in the movie?
    • Autonomy and Control: What are the ethical considerations of granting robots autonomy? Should humans
    maintain control over robots at all times?
    • Rights and Freedoms: Should robots have rights and freedoms similar to humans? How does the movie
    address this question?
    • Fear of A.I.: How does the movie explore the ethical implications of humanity's fear and distrust of
    robots? Is this fear justified?
    • Technological Dependence: What ethical concerns are raised about society’s dependence on technology
    and robotics for everyday functions?
    • Corporate Responsibility: How does the movie portray corporate responsibility in the development and
    control of advanced robotic technologies?
    • Consequences of Artificial Intelligence: What are the potential ethical risks and benefits of artificial

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