Whole brain emulation

Abstract

This article mulls over the pros, cons, and potential dangers of whole brain emulation (WBE), the creation of an artificial intelligence by replicating the functionality of the human brain in software. The author outlines how it could lead to dramatic new forms of intelligence, rapid economic growth, and the potential for extended suffering. While the author emphasizes the importance of researching WBE governance, they are cautious about accelerating its development. The greatest concern is that WBE could bring forth unintended consequences, such as creating a type of artificial intelligence less trustworthy, selfish, and cruel than humans. – AI-generated abstract.