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He adds that many architectures also include models of the world to anticipate future scenarios, bolstering decision-making capabilities.
The Role of Learning and Morality
Critical to these systems is learning—the ability to derive new, actionable insights from past experiences. Additionally, Shapiro highlights the importance of morality, ethics, and reasoning in designing systems capable of sophisticated thought.
These aspects become crucial when considering how a machine decides what to think about or do—especially when tasked with open-ended reasoning akin to human consciousness. He references his book, Benevolent by Design, as further reading on aligning AI with ethical principles.