
AI 'Building a God': Existential Threat or Human Savior?
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Building a God: The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and the Race to Control It by Christopher DiCarlo, Ph.D., is a non-fiction book in the genre of ethics and technology, published in 2025 available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4hmEDEC
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The book explores the complex issues surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), examining what we currently understand, what remains unknown, and how humanity can prepare for unforeseen future developments. It addresses the potential benefits and risks of AI, including the possibility of a superintelligent machine god (SMG) and the implications for humanity. The book emphasizes the need for critical thinking and ethical reasoning when considering the development and governance of AI. It also delves into the history of AI, from its early concepts to current advancements, and discusses the various viewpoints on AI safety, from those who believe in its absolute safety to those who foresee self-destruction at the hands of superintelligent AI. It stresses the importance of global cooperation and the establishment of ethical principles to guide the development of AI, ensuring it benefits humanity while mitigating potential harms. The book also touches on the importance of public awareness, education, and participation in the decision-making processes related to AI.
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