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AI's substantial power comes with significant energy requirements—large models demand enormous computational resources, ecological impact, and financial costs. Developing more efficient, smaller models tailored to specific tasks is vital to ensure scalability and environmental sustainability.
Consciousness, Self-awareness, and Emotions
A more philosophical frontier involves self-awareness and consciousness. Do AI systems ever truly "think" or "feel," or are they merely simulating these states? While current AI can mimic emotional understanding and respond accordingly (as in chatbots recognizing moods), whether they genuinely experience feelings like joy or sadness remains an open question.