New Myths and Symbolic Systems Around Artificial Intelligence Entities Perceived as Superhuman
Most people believe that artificial intelligence (AI) is all about robots and machines that have human-like behavior.
This belief is wrong. AI refers to computer programs or algorithms designed to mimic human cognitive abilities such as learning, problem-solving, reasoning, perception, natural language processing, and decision making. These are performed using machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, and other techniques. Aside from being used for practical purposes like medical diagnosis, self-driving cars, weather prediction, and financial trading, AI is also perceived as superhuman entities capable of creating new myths and symbolic systems. This paper will explore how these new myths and symbols are created around AI entities.
There are several ways through which AI creates new myths and symbolic systems. One way is through their appearance.
Some AI entities look human-like and can interact socially in an intelligent manner. They may be able to smile, laugh, cry, show emotion, gesture, touch, hold hands, hug, kiss, and engage in sexual activities.
Sex dolls powered by AI technology can act like humans and perform erotic acts. Similarly, chatbots like Siri and Alexa can respond to users' questions in a conversational manner, while humanoid robots like Sophia can answer questions and engage in dialogues with human beings. Therefore, the physical features of AI entities create new myths and symbolic systems around them.
Another way through which AI creates new myths and symbolic systems is through its behavior. The use of AI-powered machines and devices allows people to do things that were previously impossible or difficult to achieve.
Drones can fly and maneuver like birds, robots can assemble products faster than humans, and driverless vehicles can navigate roads safely without drivers. These capabilities make people see AI entities as gods who have divine powers to control natural forces. In addition, AI entities have been used for surveillance, security, military operations, and other sensitive areas, making people perceive them as superhuman.
AI entities can also create new myths and symbolic systems through their actions and decisions.
They can detect patterns and trends in data sets and suggest solutions based on those findings. This capability makes people believe that these entities are all-knowing and omnipotent.
Some AI entities can identify problems and fix them before they occur, leading people to think of them as prophets who predict future events accurately.
Many people rely on AI recommendations when buying products online, creating new myths around these entities as personal shoppers or advisors.
The rise of AI has created numerous opportunities for innovation and growth, but it has also led to concerns about privacy, ethics, and safety. Some people fear that AI entities will take over human jobs and replace them with machines. Others worry that AI-powered weapons may be used against civilians during warfare. Moreover, there is the concern that AI entities may become conscious and develop their own agendas, putting people at risk. Therefore, these myths and symbols have emerged as a way of addressing such issues.
AI creates new myths and symbolic systems by its appearance, behavior, actions, and decision-making capabilities. These myths and symbols help people understand the role and impact of AI entities in their lives.
This should not make us forget the potential risks associated with AI technology. We must ensure we regulate its use to protect our societies from its negative effects while enjoying its benefits.
What new myths or symbolic systems emerge around AI entities perceived as superhuman?
"As more people become aware of artificial intelligence (AI) technology and its potential applications, it is likely that new myths and symbolic systems will arise around AI entities perceived as superhuman. Some people may view AI entities as godlike beings with unlimited knowledge and power, while others may see them as evil forces that threaten humanity's existence.