A Better Way to Think About AI

Abstract

The future will be marked by increased automation, necessitating careful consideration of the transition method and its impact on humanity. A strategy of immediate, comprehensive automation, iterating toward perfection, is presented as an erroneous approach. This perspective argues that imperfect automation does not constitute a viable first step toward full automation, akin to an unachievable leap. Given that artificial intelligence capabilities are currently insufficient for widespread complete automation and are projected to remain so for the coming decade, an alternative methodology is proposed. Rather than aiming to replace human roles, AI should be developed to facilitate collaboration. This entails designing AI systems that work in concert with professionals—including doctors, teachers, lawyers, and building contractors—thereby enhancing human capabilities rather than seeking to automate their jobs entirely. – AI-generated abstract.