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Despite the common perception of AI being overhyped, Eric Schmidt argues that the transformative potential of this technology is actually underappreciated. He believes that the digital transformation driven by AI will have far-reaching consequences that are not yet fully understood, with the arrival of non-human intelligence representing a significant milestone for the world.
The rapid pace of AI progress, as evidenced by the steady improvements in benchmarks like the Software Engineering Benchmark, suggests that the capabilities of these systems may soon surpass human-level performance in many domains. This raises the possibility of AI systems achieving "superhuman" levels of intelligence, potentially within the next decade.
Preparing for the AI Revolution
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