Monday, June 3, 2024

I see a future world of robots...

If things continue to progress the way they are, and with the rise of AI and continued growth in data processing power as well as the increasing role played by drones in war, self-driving cars, etc., can we envision a future filled with robots, doing menial task, playing the roles of warriors, teachers, doctors firemen, farmers, cosmonauts and even CEOs? 

At that point, would the majority of humanity become relegated to the sidelines, collecting some kind of universal basic income and basking in leisure, education, social engagement and other interests? On the other side of that blissful coin, there could also be a multitude of concerns and challenges associated with my vision of the future.

We should also question how wealth could and should be distributed and how humanity will resist falling into an even more unequal society. Mental welfare should also be carefully considered as the absence of mandatory work and all kinds of activities might lead to boredom, depression and other ills. 

This is even before one considers the dark side of rogue AI and malevolent robots, plus all the problems linked to environment and climate change. But before we even begin tackling these subjects, how does my vision make you feel?

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