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Will Computers Ever Think Like Human Beings? - With Vint Cerf

The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Explore the challenges of creating computer systems that can reason like humans in this thought-provoking lecture by Vint Cerf, one of the "Fathers of the Internet". Delve into topics such as neural networks, image classification, and artificial intelligence, examining why even the most advanced systems struggle with tasks that seem simple to humans. Learn about the complexities of linear arithmetic, social media polarization, and the impact of uncertainty in AI decision-making. Discover insights on the Internet of Things, misinformation, and the ethical considerations surrounding software development. Gain a deeper understanding of the current state of AI technology and the hurdles that must be overcome to achieve human-like reasoning in computers.

Syllabus

Intro
Reading assignments
The Internet
Neural circuits
Neural networks
Image classification
Image classification example
Linear arithmetic
Social media polarization
Uncertainty
Nobel Prizes
Unfinished Business
Software
Internet of Things
Misinformation and Disinformation
Risks
Norms
Driving Experience
Ethics and Software

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The Royal Institution

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