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The False Dichotomy of Intelligence with Rob Reich
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1:25:36 - 1:35:07 (09:30)

Rob Reich and Sam Harris discuss the false dichotomy of intelligence and the complexity of separating rationality, values, and emotions from each other in building superintelligence. They also explore the idea that any system approaching greater intelligence will have a holistic nature, which naturally emerges to prevent any one dimension from running away.

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We cannot separate the rationality, values, and emotions from intelligence while building machines.
1:25:36 - 1:30:28 (04:52)
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Artificial Intelligence
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We cannot separate the rationality, values, and emotions from intelligence while building machines. There is a holistic nature that emerges in any system that approaches greater and greater intelligence that prevents any one dimension from running away.

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The False Dichotomy of Intelligence with Rob Reich
Episode
Melanie Mitchell: Concepts, Analogies, Common Sense & Future of AI
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The debate over the use of facial recognition technology has centered on value issues and performance disparities based on skin color.
1:30:28 - 1:32:39 (02:10)
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Facial recognition technology, AI agency
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The debate over the use of facial recognition technology has centered on value issues and performance disparities based on skin color. However, there are concerns about the agency of algorithms and machines in driving corporate incentives that prioritize engagement over meaningful value.

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The False Dichotomy of Intelligence with Rob Reich
Episode
Melanie Mitchell: Concepts, Analogies, Common Sense & Future of AI
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The existential threats to humanity are far out that the future is unpredictable, and there would also be unpredictable technologies that will fundamentally change society before then.
1:32:39 - 1:35:07 (02:28)
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AI
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The existential threats to humanity are far out that the future is unpredictable, and there would also be unpredictable technologies that will fundamentally change society before then. While worrying about AI is valid, there are more immediate existential threats to humanity.

Chapter
The False Dichotomy of Intelligence with Rob Reich
Episode
Melanie Mitchell: Concepts, Analogies, Common Sense & Future of AI
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast