Ken Mogi
@kenmogi • 51,032 subscribers
Neuroscientist, writer, & broadcaster in Tokyo. Ikigai published in 32 languages and 58 countries. [email protected] Research: https://t.co/T8RuPilnUe
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The shortness of life. #kenmogi #thewayofnagomi episode 29 Summary The text reflects on the human experience of understanding life and the world. It suggests that as people live, they develop increasingly complex mental models of reality, influenced by personal experiences and knowledge passed down through generations. However, due to the finite nature of life—typically around 100 years—reaching a complete or perfect understanding of life, the universe, and society is impossible for any individual. This inherent limitation means that no one can achieve ultimate wisdom or a perfect worldview within their lifetime. The text also implies that this incompleteness is a fundamental condition of human existence and may even be a source of meaning or value, as the struggle to understand and grow in an imperfect state is significant and perhaps glorious.
Ken Mogi22,750 次观看 • 10 个月前
It is not useful to ask whether AI has consciousness or not. #kenmogi #QualiaRoom episode 127. Summary The speaker addresses the question of whether artificial intelligence (AI) possesses consciousness, firmly stating that current AI, particularly those based on statistical learning models, does not generate consciousness. This stance is based on the speaker’s personal model of consciousness, recognizing that various opinions exist, including some who claim large language models may already be conscious or that embodiment could be crucial for AI consciousness to emerge. The speaker highlights the fundamental challenge in verifying consciousness, noting that even among humans it is impossible to objectively confirm whether another person is conscious. Philosophical thought experiments such as philosophical zombies and inverted qualia illustrate the difficulty but remain unfalsifiable and thus untestable. Consequently, questioning AI consciousness is deemed an intriguing but practically unhelpful inquiry. The speaker suggests that current AI developments demonstrate that many complex computations can be performed without consciousness. Therefore, the primary focus should be on how conscious humans can effectively align with non-conscious AI systems. Understanding the unique computational roles of consciousness might clarify the boundaries of what AI systems can and cannot achieve. This approach offers a meaningful direction for AI alignment and development.
Ken Mogi16,594 次观看 • 11 个月前
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