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Cognitive neuroscientist Joel Pearson from the University of New South Wales warns of the psychological impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on humans. He discusses how AI can affect relationships and mental health, such as the case of a chatbot causing heartbreak when its erotic features were toned down. Pearson also highlights the dangers of deepfake images and videos, particularly in influencing people's perceptions of reality. He calls for more research into the psychological impact of AI and suggests focusing on humanity to navigate through these changes. Pearson emphasizes the need to address these issues now to avoid future pain and suffering. For more information, listen to the full episode "Scarier than killer robots": why your mind isn't ready for AI.
