AI Consciousness is Inevitable - A Theoretical Computer Science Perspective

Explore a theoretical computer science approach to consciousness in this thought-provoking lecture by Lenore Blum from Carnegie Mellon University. Delve into the concept of the Conscious Turing Machine (CTM), a simple yet powerful model designed to investigate consciousness from a theoretical computer science perspective. Discover how the CTM, while not a direct model of the brain, incorporates insights from cognitive neuroscience, particularly the global neuronal workspace theory. Learn about the CTM's potential as a guide for developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), featuring its unique processor architecture and problem-solving capabilities. Examine how the CTM aligns with and integrates key features of various consciousness theories, demonstrating their compatibility and complementarity. Consider the implications of this alignment, which supports the claim that conscious AI is inevitable. Gain insights from this collaborative work by Lenore Blum, Manuel Blum, and Avrim Blum, bridging the fields of AI, psychology, and neuroscience in the pursuit of understanding higher-level intelligence.