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“If the computer-guided robots turn out to be our superiors in every respect, then will they not find that they can run the world better without the need of us at all? Humanity itself will then have become obsolete.” quote by Roger Penrose
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“If the computer-guided robots turn out to be our superiors in every respect, then will they not find that they can run the world better without the need of us at all? Humanity itself will then have become obsolete.”

Roger Penrose

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Source Lecture: Foundations of AI, 2023

If AI surpasses humans, it could operate without us, rendering humanity obsolete.

In simple terms: Super‑intelligent AI might replace humans.

Key Takeaway

Consider ethical safeguards.

Themes

technology future existence ethics

Mood

concerned thoughtful

Type

philosophical warning

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • military control
  • economic planning
  • daily life

Key Concepts

AI supremacy human obsolescence automation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards prevent AI dominance?
  • How define human worth?
A Different Perspective

AI may lack human values.

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