AI & Consciousness

This lecture delves into the philosophical question of whether artificial intelligence could be conscious, exploring the distinction between cognitive abilities and conscious experience. It discusses the hard problem of consciousness, qualia, dualism, physicalism, and computationalism, shedding light on the challenges of explaining subjective first-person experiences. The lecture also touches on AI safety concerns, highlighting the potential risks posed by superintelligent AI systems and the importance of aligning AI goals with human values.