Introduction
Generative AI, often referred to as GenAI, has emerged as a powerful force reshaping our digital landscape. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, GenAI generates novel content, from text and images to music and videos. While its potential for creativity and efficiency is undeniable, we must critically examine its impact on reality. In this essay, we delve into the pros and cons of GenAI, explore the potential replacement of humans by humanoid robots, address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns, and analyze government geopolitics in the context of this transformative technology.
Pros of Generative AI
- Creativity and Innovation: This article from the World Economic Forum discusses how AI can replicate human creativity through recombination and repurposing(June 2023). However, true novelty and creativity remain elusive for AI
- Efficiency and Automation: Human errors are things of the past because humans are no longer involved in the decision making. However, AI models are trained using "human" data at the moment, risks in replicating the same mistakes if training data have those mistakes baked in?
- Personalization: Gone are the days where products & services are created for a target market. Each & every feature can be personalize, optimized (keeping inventories low depending on live data trends from the consumers). With specialized AI agents (aka Psychology AI , Marketeer AI, Social Media AI etc.) , we can be directed or influenced to buy a particular product, options & services (AI-targeted consumerism)
Cons of Generative AI
- Ethical Dilemmas: Distribution of Harmful Content, Copyright and Legal Exposure, Data Privacy Violations, Sensitive Information Disclosure, Amplification of Existing Bias, Workforce Roles and Morale, Data Provenance, Lack of Transparency & many more...
- Job Displacement: According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), AI and autonomous machines could replace 85 million jobs, but create 97 million new positions by 2025 in an evolving division of labour between humans, machines and algorithms. In other words, it’s a case of job substitution instead of merely job displacement. Impact of AI on jobs
- Authenticity Challenges: AI is killing reality? We will be challenged to question every piece of information, picture, video/tik-tok etc. that we consume voraciously.
ESG Concerns with GenAI and Robotics
- Environmental Impact: With the race to build AI-centric Data Centres & Cloud infrastructure, more & more power is needed. Can renewable energy sources keep up with the demand?
- Social Implications: Ethical issues like Amplification of Existing Bias & the availability of AI tools for the developed & rich nations
- Governance and Accountability: Will an AI-driven "cold war" emerge? A UN-like AI-governance global body?
Government Geopolitics and Digital Sovereignty
- Digital Sovereignty: refers to a nation’s ability to exercise control over its digital domain, including data, software, hardware, services, and infrastructures. In an increasingly interconnected world, digital sovereignty becomes crucial for safeguarding national interests, privacy, and security. We need to create localized knowledge & tech in areas such as digital ID etc. Balancing cross-border data flows with the need to protect sensitive information is a challenge. Some countries advocate for data localization laws to ensure sovereignty over citizens’ data.
- Technological Decoupling: the process of reducing cross-border integration and interdependence between countries in terms of technology. It involves untangling supply chains, data flows, and collaborative efforts that have linked nations together. We have see this already happening with nations trying to control & limit the technology acquisition of semiconductors, software tools, human resources etc. CHIPS Act
Conclusion
GenAI’s impact on reality is multifaceted. While it unlocks creativity and efficiency, we must navigate its ethical, social, and geopolitical implications. Striking a balance between progress and responsibility is essential as we shape a future where GenAI coexists harmoniously with humanity.
In summary, GenAI is a double-edged sword, and our choices today will determine whether it enriches or distorts our reality. Let us tread carefully, guided by ethical principles and a commitment to collective well-being. ??????
Disclaimer: As you have guessed, everything you read just now is created using AI. Much & continuous discussions are vital to future development & for humanity.
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Chairman & Founder at Malaysia IoT Association | Prof. Technologist | TEDx Speaker | GSMA MWC Speaker I European Digital Week
8 个月https://websim.ai/ new AI tool for creating your own internet experience.... another point for "killing" reality?
Head of Technology at AxiaBztech
9 个月Well saud and fully agree Pathma
Executive Director at Kenyalang Integrity Services
9 个月We must embrace its potential for good while mitigating its negative impact. Society should be aware of Gen AI as a tool for progress not a source of distortion. We must tread carefully, emphasize human well-being and ethical principles. The next generation future hinges on the choice we make today.
Driving IoT ecosystem evolution at Cre8 IOT
9 个月Absolutely not. Generative AI will not eradicate reality, especially not in the foreseeable future, which extends well beyond the next 50 years. Humanity will inevitably adapt and evolve alongside AI, integrating it as a vital component of our reality. Rather than displacing reality, AI will enhance and transform it, offering new dimensions and opportunities for growth and development. As experts in the field, we understand that AI is a tool designed to augment human experience, not replace it.