Join us for an informal evening of discovery and discussion, with Alan Winfield, Professor of Robot Ethics at the University of the West of England (UWE).
A number of influential writers have written of the ‘existential threat' of advanced Artificial Intelligence. Their argument revolves around what they call ’the singularity’: the moment that AI exceeds human intelligence and decides that humans are redundant.
Prof Alan Wingfield thinks that argument is deeply flawed, but - at the same time - he believes that the new generation of generative AI and Large Language Models poses significant dangers. Join the discussion he outlines the threats including physical and psychological harms to individuals; societal threats, and environmental threats. The latter because of the huge energy and water costs of the most powerful AIs.
SWINDON SCIENCE CAFE
Science Cafes are an informal opportunity to explore the latest ideas in science and technology. Rather than a long lecture, you can expect a lively, two-way conversation with a researcher - over a drink or two!
Everyone is welcome to come and express their views or just enjoy a drink and listen. No scientific knowledge is needed to take part - just bring your curiosity, and maybe your own bottle of choice.
WHEN: The first Tuesday of each month from 7pm - 9pm.
WHERE: Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies (iCAST) Creative Hub located in the iconic Carriage Works. 10 Carriage Works, Unit 7B, London Street, Swindon, SN1 5FBEnter the following three words into the What Three Words app to find the exact location:
Front entrance: ///friday.index.solo
Rear entrance: ///cups.shell.face
REFRESHMENTS: A selection of light refreshments will be available in return for a donation, or you are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks with you. Please bring cash with you for donations to cover the costs of drinks on the night.
Swindon Science Cafe is organised by:
The Festival of Tomorrow
The Royal Agriculture University
Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology
The University of Bath Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies (iCAST)
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