Can Artificial Intelligence Subjugate Humans?

The article critically examines the capabilities and limitations of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within the context of ongoing debates surrounding potential threats stemming from their advancement. The study scrutinizes and challenges key arguments positing the possibility of human subjugation by AI systems. The author undertakes a comparative analysis of natural and artificial intelligence, employing the psychological experiences of C.G. Jung as a case study. It is demonstrated that despite the remarkable achievements of contemporary neural networks in information processing, they are fundamentally limited in their capacity for genuine comprehension and creative thought. The paper identifies three key innovations associated with AI development: the enhancement of users’ cognitive capabilities, the formation of a novel psychic reality of “digital consciousness,” and the emergence of hybrid life forms at the nexus of human activity and technological processes. The author highlights the fundamental limitations of AI in the realms of emotional intelligence and creative capabilities. Attention is drawn to the challenges associated with the development of AI systems, including the influence of impersonal social structures on decision-making, the disconnect between developers and users, and the psychological effects of interacting with AI. The conclusion reached is that the issue of human subjugation by AI requires a re-evaluation within the broader context of the impact of contemporary technologies on society. It is proposed that the forthcoming era be viewed as a period of coexistence and interaction between two types of intelligence: natural and artificial. Apprehension is expressed that humanity will not adjust its worldview and behavior until after experiencing a series of impending catastrophes. In closing, the author advocates for proactive engagement in mitigating the risks associated with AI development, while simultaneously underscoring the impracticality of complete abstention from these technologies.

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