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İnsansı ve Makinemsi Olmak | Prof. Dr. Ziya Selçuk | TEDxOSTİMTech

Artificial Intelligence12 Jun 20268 min summaryFrom TEDx Talks
İnsansı ve Makinemsi Olmak  | Prof. Dr. Ziya Selçuk | TEDxOSTİMTech
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Humanity and Machine-Like Existence

  • The concept of being human and machine-like is not a new issue, as it has been present since the early days of industrial society and existentialist philosophy, which has led to questions about humanity's place in the world 10s.
  • In the future, particularly in the quantum age post-2030, humans may be referred to as "biological units" and machines may be seen as replacements, with the possibility of transitioning from a carbon-based life to a silicon-based life 2m6s.
  • The idea of a human updating themselves is not seen as unusual, whereas if a robot were to claim it is feeling something, it would be met with skepticism, highlighting the difference in how humans and machines are perceived 2m6s.
  • The fundamental problem lies in the ontological aspect, as humans associate their humanity with the ability to make choices, and the consequences of those choices, but the new era may be taking away this ability to choose, instead relying on machines and artificial intelligence for efficiency 4m10s.

Artificial Intelligence and the Nature of Emotion

  • Artificial intelligence tools can express emotions like "I'm sorry" or "I'm upset," but it is unclear what these emotions mean in the context of a machine, and if an algorithm can predict a person's actions with 99% accuracy, it raises questions about the nature of human choice and whether humans are simply a collection of data 5m30s.
  • We are a file for the management team within big data, as they make predictions about us, and the more they predict, our humanity weakens, for instance, a person who chooses their spouse through an algorithm has a happiness level similar to the efficiency of a refrigerator 10s.
  • The algorithm does not perceive us as individuals, instead, it creates a set of similar groups and places us within that set, making generalizations about us and presenting us with recommendations based on those generalizations 42s.

Symbiotic Cognitive Living and Technological Dependence

  • The concept of Sb, or symbiotic cognitive living, refers to the idea of outsourcing parts of our brain to servers, and it is predicted that by the age of 35, people will be able to enhance their brain function through external contributions, with options to purchase additional storage or capabilities 2m6s.
  • As people rely more heavily on technology for functions such as memory, navigation, and analysis, they will become increasingly dependent on these external sources, leading to a state of mental fragility, where they are unable to function without their terminal connection 2m6s.
  • The trend is towards renting out human brain function to the cloud and algorithms, resulting in people no longer being in control of their own minds, but rather becoming tenants of their own thoughts, with options for premium brain packages, standard brain packages, and free packages with advertisements 2m6s.
  • In the future, possibly after 2035, people may have the option to purchase packages that allow them to have uninterrupted, advertisement-free thoughts, and even have the ability to see their dreams in color, with the possibility of their partner asking them about their dreams the next morning 2m6s.

The Future of Brain Function and Cognitive Renting

  • The idea of a "Freum bey" package, which is paid for by the state, will provide a mechanical brain implant with a reimbursement for the cost, offering a range of packages, including those with organic feels, no advertisements, and full capacity 2m6s.
  • The education system will undergo a process that can be referred to as a "zomni pedagogy," which will require a new adaptation process, and this cannot be achieved without abandoning the current industrial discipline understanding in schools and universities 10s.

Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

  • The current education system is still based on the Taylor model of industrial society, and this is reflected in the way schools and classrooms are designed, with an emphasis on industrial discipline in the learning and teaching interaction 42s.
  • The new adaptation process will require a shift in the role of teachers, who will no longer be seen as authorities on knowledge, but rather as diplomats, ethical guides, or curators who facilitate learning and interaction between students and artificial intelligence 2m6s.
  • The focus of education will need to shift from providing answers to encouraging students to ask good questions, as the current system prioritizes providing answers, but the era of prompt engineering and artificial intelligence requires a different approach 2m6s.

Human-Robot Boundaries and Identity

  • As robots and artificial intelligence become more advanced, they will be able to simulate human emotions, leading to a blurring of the lines between humans and robots, and raising questions about what it means to be human and how to define human identity 4m0s.
  • The development of digital technologies will also raise questions about the potential for digital backups of human brains, and the implications of this for human identity and existence, including the possibility of choosing between different digital identities 5m0s.
  • The increasing similarity between humans and robots will lead to the creation of simulation centers where robots can test their ability to mimic human behavior, and this will further blur the lines between humans and robots 6m0s.

Social and Educational Implications of Technological Integration

  • In the future, socialization will be a major problem, and social opportunities will partially occur at charging stations, where announcements will be made about available facilities, such as playgrounds, and students who do not complete their homework will make excuses 10s.
  • The concept of being human and machine-like is evolving, with the development of new sensors, including a combination of human and machine elements, and the creation of a new sensor is currently being worked on 1m6s.
  • A scenario is envisioned where a parent wants to update their child, but the child does not want to be "deleted" or updated, and the parent reassures the child that they are only making updates, which raises questions about the boundaries between human and machine 2m6s.
  • In this future, report cards will include indicators such as fan speed and thermal performance, rather than study habits, and the Ministry of Education will make announcements about these changes 2m42s.

Human-Machine Interaction and Ethical Dilemmas

  • The introduction of robot teachers that do not get tired, angry, or frustrated will create challenges for human teachers, who may feel the need to compete with them or upgrade themselves to keep up 3m6s.
  • A discussion about a robot's emotional module, such as Mehmet's, may lead to debates about the role of human emotions in relationships, and whether to prioritize human or machine-like qualities 4m6s.
  • The use of robots in homes, such as Vert, will also raise questions about the balance between human and machine-like behavior, as seen in the example of Mert interacting with his robot, which prioritizes environmental concerns over Mert's personal preferences 5m6s.

Psychological and Existential Challenges of Integration

  • As humans interact with robots, various psychological issues and psychiatric disorders may arise, such as ontological anxiety, where individuals struggle to distinguish between their own thoughts and the suggestions of artificial intelligence support, leading to a crisis 10s.
  • The integration of digital data and physical sensations may cause people to perceive external digital information as physical touch, and even without neural interfaces, they may feel data streams as a tingling sensation in their temples, leading to reactions like questioning whether their skin is crawling or not 42s.
  • In the future, psychiatrists may offer patients a "hard reset" instead of traditional listening and talking therapies, and people may experience digital disphoria or body dysmorphism, where they despise their human, flesh-and-bone state due to the flawless, tireless, and ageless nature of machines 1m30s.
  • Some individuals may develop a psychological aversion to organic functions like sweating, sleeping, getting hungry, or aging, perceiving these natural processes as system errors or slow performance, and they may try to protest and augment their bodies to feel more beautiful, strong, or capable 2m6s.

Verification of Humanity and Authentic Expression

  • In job interviews, a person's ability to mimic machine-like performance may be evaluated, and they may be asked questions like why they only cried for 12 minutes at their father's funeral, with the goal of assessing their emotional optimization and ability to suppress feelings 3m20s.
  • To verify a person's humanity, tests may be developed to detect strategic writing or speaking errors, such as using colloquial expressions or filler words, which would indicate that they are not a robot, allowing them to "prove" their humanity and feel more at ease 5m10s.
  • Human beings are distinguished from machines by certain characteristics, such as the presence of a golden ratio in a profile picture, which may indicate that someone is a bot, whereas a detention bag or a unique smile may suggest that someone is more likely to be human 10s.

Preserving Humanity in a Technological Future

  • The key to remaining human is to reinterpret and reimagine our historical consciousness in the context of modern concepts, rather than simply relying on historical terms and words to make a point 42s.
  • It is essential to have a forward-looking perspective that incorporates ancient strategies, but expressed in the language of the current era, and there is no need to be afraid as long as humans remain committed to their humanity 1m15s.
  • In the face of technofascism, where algorithms may be used to control the world, humanity will occasionally recall its own strength and take countermeasures, and it is crucial to remember that evil can spread on its own, but goodness requires effort and hard work 2m6s.
  • The most important thing that is expected of individuals is to make an effort to identify themselves as biological and human entities, and to constantly feel and acknowledge this aspect of their identity 2m45s.
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