NEW BOOK ‘The Conscious Code’

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has progressed rapidly in recent years, with advancements in deep learning and other technologies allowing for the creation of AI systems that can mimic human intelligence. However, the question of whether AI can achieve consciousness, and what that would mean for humanity, is a complex and controversial topic. This book explores the possibilities and implications of creating artificially conscious AI systems, including the ethical, philosophical, technological, political, and regulatory questions that arise. It also examines the current state of AI research and the role of neuroscience and cognitive science in understanding consciousness. Ultimately, it argues that while the technology is advancing exponentially, it is important to engage in a comprehensive and informed conversation about the implications of AI consciousness and consider the potential risks and benefits of creating artificially conscious AI systems.

The insights in this book come at a point in time when more than 1,000 of the world’s AI experts are calling for a ‘pause’ on AI experiments. This is because in recent months, we
have seen AI labs locked in an out-of-control race to develop and deploy ever more powerful digital minds that no one – not even their creators – can understand, predict, or reliably
control.

ROCKY SCOPELLITI – FUTUROLOGIST

Rocky Scopelliti is a world-renowned futurologist whose pioneering research has transformed our understanding of the confluence of demographic change and digital technology. With a mission to ‘create confidence in our future’, Rocky
has become a leading authority on social, cultural, economic, and technological trends shaping the world we live in.

His books have gained widespread international acclaim, including his most recent ‘The Conscious Code – Decoding The Implications Of Artificial Intelligence’ which explores the question of whether humanity can be engineered, coded in an algorithm, and become mindful. Also ‘Disruptive Decarbonisation – Australia’s Technological Race To Net Zero Carbon
Emissions’ looking at how ready industries, organisations and their leaders are to decarbonise their organisations. Other notable works include ‘Australia 2030! – Where the Bloody Hell Are We?’ and ‘Youthquake 4.0 – A Whole Generation and the
New Industrial Revolution’.

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