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The key insight is that processing information does not necessarily render something a “computer”—it’s about how information is processed, stored, and utilized. As such, neural systems are different in design and function from digital machines, which leads to the conclusion that brains are not computers in the strict electronic sense, despite processing information.
Rapid Industry Progress and The Reality Beyond Definitions
Regarding the present moment, the speaker emphasizes industry activity: corporations, military entities, and governments are investing heavily in AI development, driven by profit and strategic interests, regardless of whether AGI is achieved or well-defined.