Survey on AI Pioneer, Geoffrey Hinton Issuing Warnings About the Dangers of AI

Recently, a British-Canadian cognitive psychologist and computer scientist, Geoffrey Hinton, also known as ‘the Godfather of AI,’ warned about the dangers of AI.

This was reportedly after the scientist quit his job of 10 years at Google.

Becoming the Godfather of AI

Hinton’s notable achievements have earned him the title ‘Godfather of AI,’ but what did he do?

Hinton was an avid pioneer in the AI sphere. Specifically, his groundbreaking research on neural networks and deep learning paved the way for current AI systems like OpenAI’s most popular AI-based language model, ChatGPT.

In artificial intelligence, neural networks are systems similar to the human brain in learning and processing information. They enable AIs to learn from experience.

Rise of AI Chatbots

The release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT changed how AI-based tools were used previously. The platform allowed more human-like conversations than any tool to date. ChatGPT also paved the way for several other AI-based chatbots, each with its own set of unique features. Before you know it, Google released its version, Bard, Microsoft worked with OpenAI to develop its web browser, Bing.

Cause for Concern

ChatGPT’s USP was its most human-like interaction with the user and its cognitive abilities. However, it is this feature that concerns Hinton the most. According to Hinton, “… they’re not more intelligent than us, as far as I can tell. But I think they soon may be.”

Specifically, Hinton’s primary concerns have to do with the misuse of AI and that it could fall into the wrong hands. He also adds that there is a high chance that further developments in AI will result in the job displacement of many workers, the spread of misinformation, the inability to distinguish between real and fake, and others.

Conclusion

Overall, AI has developed and reached heights never imagined possible. There was plenty of excitement, enthusiasm, and eagerness as far as the development of AI is concerned. However, it has reached a level that has reason for concern. It is also worth noting that it is not AI that is dangerous, rather, its use.

Dr. Hinton himself notes, ‘There’s an enormous upside from this technology, but it’s essential that the world invest heavily and urgently in AI safety and control…’.

This has prompted Real Research to launch a survey on the topic to gain public opinions on the subject. Hurry and answer the survey on AI pioneer, Geoffrey Hinton issuing warnings about the dangers of AI on the Real Research app from May 06, 2023. After that, you will receive 60 TNCs as a reward.