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Schmidt believes significant AI advances—especially in mathematics, software verification, and fundamental sciences—are highly probable within the next five years, driven by the scalable nature of current models. Nevertheless, solving complex physics or chemistry at a fundamental level remains a distant goal, hindered by the intricate, unpredictable nature of physical realities.
Fei Lee adds that new problems and questions will continue to emerge, underscoring the importance of human curiosity, intuition, and scientific inquiry—traits AI can't yet replicate.
The Future of Humanity in an AI-Driven World
A recurring theme is what role humans will play in a future dominated by superintelligence. Schmidt asserts: