As computer speeds exceed the speed of thought, as computer memory exceeds human memory, as computer autonomy requires less support from humans, the concern is that they will out evolve us.
Or, are they just very fast, dumb machines?
A central question that was philosophical but is developing practical implications is whether consciousness is human, biological, or inherent in complexity.
An encounter with a check-out robot suggests there’s nothing to fear – but maybe that’s what they want us to think.
“Could AI Really Spell Disaster?” – Steve Wheeler
Pretending Not To Panic 