Artificial Intelligence (AI) “friends” could have “many benefits”, according to the BBC. The publicly-funded broadcaster noted they are “available at any time” and will never get tired of “hearing the same complaints about your job or partner” – but admitted such “companions” could have ulterior motives.
The BBC’s writer also suggested AI could “help people think through difficult situations, practice social skills and provide insightful feedback,” despite conceding it has “no mind” on “inner experience,” just the “capacity to imitate the words and behaviors of those who can think and feel.”
Britain’s Prime Minsiter Rishi Sunak has said that AI could develop to the point where it can “kill many humans” within two years, though his government is still poised to give AI a huge role in organizing the country’s socialized healthcare system, helping schedule appointments, diagnose disease, and transcribe medical notes.
In America, a U.S. Air Force colonel recently said an AI drone “killed” its human overseer to avoid his commands in a simulation. The Air Force later denied the exercise took place.
