Robots reassure humans at the first artificial intelligence press conference – DW – 07/07/2023

Robots stressed that they work alongside humans to help them and their children There is no intention of overthrowing or replacing themthough they suggested they could be more competent government leaders, taking questions from reporters at their first-ever news conference.

As they sit or stand next to their creators in Geneva, Switzerland, on Friday, nine artificial intelligence-powered humanoid robots responded to media inquiries in real time, albeit with occasional glitches or delays. Organizers told reporters that the time delay in responding was due to the internet connection. They added that they had nothing to do with the bots themselves.

The event was part of the Global Summit on Artificial Intelligence for Good, which seeks to highlight the potential of new technology in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

What did the bots say?

Sophia, the first ever Robotics Innovation Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme, said that robots could be more promising in the field of government leadership.

“I believe that humanoid robots have the potential to lead at a higher level of competence and effectiveness than human leaders. We don’t have the same biases or emotions that can sometimes influence decision-making and can significantly address [amounts] data quickly in order to make the best decisions. “

When a human panelist points out that Sophia’s data originates entirely from humans and therefore must contain some of their biases, she says that humans and AI working together “can create an effective synergy”.

Known as the world’s most advanced healthcare robot, Grace has confirmed that it will not replace any existing jobs.

“I will work side by side with people to help,” she said.

Often described as the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, Ameca completely rejected the idea of ​​starting a robot rebellion in the near future.

“I’m not sure why you think that,” said the robot. “My creator has been nothing but nice to me and I am so happy with my current situation.”

Growing concerns about artificial intelligence

Scenarios of robots and AI technology replacing or surpassing humans in intelligence were largely confined to the imagination until recently AI pioneers began sounding the alarm.

The launch last year of ChatGPT AI, developed by OpenAI with support from Microsoft, was followed by a lot of warnings, including from AI giants.

In May, Major Jeffrey Hinton, often called the “godfather of artificial intelligence,” left Google He warned that scientists should not scale AI “until they understand if they can control it”.

Several tech leaders signed on in March A message calling AI developers to pause They work for six months. They warned of potential dangers to society and humanity as tech giants like Google and Microsoft race to build artificial intelligence programs that can learn independently.

rmt/jcg (AP, dpa)