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This week… I'm rediscovering the power and joy of stepping out, connecting face-to-face, being inspired and sparking meaning. In this issue, I continue my slow thinking on what AI means for humanity:
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The Battle for Meaning as AI Outthinks Us
The future of AI depends not just on the technology itself but on how we talk about it. The term "powerful AI" frames AI as something concrete and practical, poised to solve real-world problems. In contrast, "AGI" evokes a vague, dubious vision borrowed from science fiction—a distant overlord that stirs more fear than understanding. Dario Amodei’s essay reframes the discussion. It shows that AI’s potential is enormous, but only if we manage the risks that stand between us and the full realization of powerful AI.
Managing AI Risk for Transformative Potential
Welcome to Issue #5 of The Augmented Human, your weekly dose of original thinking on the AI-enabled human. This week, I’m applying my framework for responsible AI avatars to the uproar over AI “hosts” supposedly taking over at a Polish radio station—or did they? My take below on what really happened and what this case reveals about AI’s place in creative work.
