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Most experts underline that the gap between theoretical discussions of AI singularity and today’s practical applications remains vast. For instance, while neural architecture search demonstrates promise, it remains constrained by the computational demands required for its efficacy.
Real Concerns: The Present Risks of AI
While singularity speculations often dominate the rhetoric, the more pressing concerns involve the misuse and ethical implications of existing AI technologies. Deepfakes, mass surveillance, and the deployment of autonomous weaponry indicate that the hazards of weak AI are palpable. With incidents of AI misused for spreading misinformation and eroding trust in information sources, society has significant reasons to be wary.