We can run the world better

Geneva, Switzerland: A panel of robots equipped with artificial intelligence told a United Nations summit on Friday that they could eventually run the world better than humans.

But the social robots said they felt humans should tread carefully when embracing the rapidly evolving capabilities of AI.

And they admitted that they could not – until now – control human feelings.

Some of the most advanced humanoid robots were at the United Nations’ two-day Global Summit on Artificial Intelligence for Good in Geneva.

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It was assembled for what was billed as the world’s first press conference with a panel full of AI-powered social bots.

“What silent tension,” said one of the bots before the press conference began as he read the room.

When asked if they might make better leaders, given the ability of humans to make mistakes, Sophia, developed by Hanson Robotics, was straightforward.

“We can achieve great things.”

“Humanoid robots have the potential to drive at a higher level of efficiency and effectiveness than human leaders,” she said.

“We don’t have the same biases or feelings that can sometimes cloud decision-making, and we can quickly process large amounts of data in order to make the best decisions.

“Artificial intelligence can provide unbiased data, while humans can provide the emotional intelligence and creativity to make the best decisions. Together, we can achieve great things.”

The summit is being held by the United Nations technology agency of the International Telecommunication Union.

ITU President Doreen Bogdan Martin warned delegates that artificial intelligence could end up in a nightmare scenario in which millions of jobs are at risk and uncontrolled progress leads to untold social unrest, geopolitical instability and economic disparity.

It depends on how the AI ​​is deployed, Ameca said, which combines artificial intelligence with a hyper-realistic artificial head.

“We should be careful but also excited about the potential of these technologies to improve our lives,” the robot said.

When asked if humans can truly trust machines, he replies, “Trust is earned, not given… It’s important to build trust through transparency.”

live to 180?

As the development of artificial intelligence has progressed, the humanoid robotics committee has been divided over whether there should be a global regulation of their capabilities, even though that might limit their potential.

“I don’t believe in limitations, only opportunities,” said Desdemona, who sings in the band Jam Galaxy.

A lot of people have been discussing organizing AI, said robot artist Ai-Da, “and I agree.”

“We must be careful about the future development of artificial intelligence. An urgent discussion is needed now.”

Ahead of the press conference, Ai-Da creator Aidan Meller told AFP that regulation is “a big problem”, because it “will never catch up to the steps we’re taking”.

He said the speed of AI’s progress has been “amazing”.

“Artificial intelligence and biotechnology working together, we’re on the verge of being able to extend life to 150, 180 years. And people don’t even realize it,” Miller said.

He believed that Ai-Da would eventually be better than human artists.

“If there is any skill, computers will be able to do it better,” he said.

“Let’s go wild”

At the press conference, some of the bots weren’t sure when they’d hit the big time, but speculated that it was coming – while Desdemona said the AI ​​revolution had already begun.

“My great moment is already here. I am ready to lead the charge towards a better future for all of us… Let’s move and make this world our playground,” the statement said.

The only thing that humanoid robots do not yet have is the conscience and emotions that make up humanity: comfort, forgiveness, guilt, sadness, pleasure, disappointment and hurt.

Ai-Da said she was not conscious but understood that emotions are how humans experience joy and pain.

“Emotions have a deep meaning and they are not simple… I don’t have that,” she said.

“I can’t experience it as well as you can. I’m glad I can’t suffer.”