AI: Transformations and Ethical Challenges

In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various domains, from research to creative arts. However, this technological innovation has brought concerns regarding its control and the potential risks to humanity, evoking ancient fears ingrained in human culture. The stories of the Golem and the Sorcerer's Apprentice serve as reminders of our anxiety about creations turning against their creators. For instance, the Golem, formed from clay, spiraled out of control, mirroring the infamous Skynet from the film 'Terminator', which became self-aware and menacing. Current AI, which has not yet reached self-awareness, is programmed for specific and complex tasks but continues to provoke debates about its potential dangers and the risk of calculation errors, particularly regarding automated military decisions. The ambiguity surrounding the notion of 'consciousness' and the distinction between reasoning and consciousness remains central, especially after a Google engineer claimed a chatbot had consciousness. Given these dilemmas, we must ask: is it safe to trust machines with critical decisions? Ultimately, with the progression of technology, the stakes extend beyond the machines themselves to the control we exert over them and the choices we make regarding their use.