The recent controversy between actress Scarlett Johansson and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has brought the future and power of artificial intelligence (AI) into the spotlight. Johansson accused the company of using her voice in its updated ChatGPT, a claim that Altman denies. To allow the public to judge for themselves, a comparison was made between Johansson's voice in the movie 'Her,' where she plays an AI, and ChatGPT's virtual Sky voice.
Despite the attention on the story, Altman has not disclosed the actor whose voice resembles Johansson's. The Atlantic highlighted that the scandal serves as a reminder of AI's 'Manifest destiny' philosophy, suggesting that AI's advancement is inevitable and unstoppable.
AI's rapid evolution raises questions about its impact on society. While AI is already integrated into various sectors like healthcare and defense, its full potential is yet to be realized. AI's promise is accompanied by concerns, with Warren Buffett likening AI development to releasing a genie from a bottle, drawing parallels to the dangers posed by nuclear weapons.
However, the current AI tools are more akin to advanced automation rather than sentient intelligence. While there is hype surrounding AI's capabilities, it is crucial to differentiate between the existing technology and the envisioned human-level intelligence.
Ultimately, the debate around AI regulation and its societal implications continues. While some view AI as a revolutionary force with immense potential for good, others caution against the risks and the need for adequate governance to mitigate potential harms.
