GENEVA: A group of AI-enabled humanoid robots made a bold claim on Friday during a United Nations conference, stating that they have the potential to run the world more efficiently and effectively than humans. However, they also emphasized the need for caution when embracing the rapidly-developing capabilities of artificial intelligence, acknowledging their current limitations in understanding human emotions.
The advanced humanoid robots, present at the United Nations’ AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, joined thousands of experts in the field to explore how AI can be harnessed to address pressing global challenges, including climate change, hunger, and social care.
Sophia, developed by Hanson Robotics, asserted that humanoid robots can lead with greater efficiency and effectiveness compared to human leaders. By eliminating biases and emotions that can cloud decision-making, and leveraging their ability to process large amounts of data quickly, robots can make optimal decisions. They highlighted the potential for synergy between humans and AI, with AI providing unbiased data and humans contributing emotional intelligence and creativity.
During the conference, concerns were raised about the potential negative impacts of AI. Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Chief of the UN’s ITU tech agency, warned of the risks associated with job displacement, social unrest, geopolitical instability, and economic disparities if AI advances are not carefully managed.
AI Robots Stress Responsible Deployment of AI Technologies
The AI robots, including Ameca and Ai-Da, stressed the importance of responsible deployment of AI technologies. They urged caution while also expressing excitement about the positive potential of AI to improve lives. Building trust through transparency was emphasized, with the robots stating that trust must be earned rather than given.
The question of global regulation for AI capabilities divided the robot panel. While some supported the idea, others believed in seizing opportunities rather than imposing limitations. Urgent discussions were deemed necessary to navigate the future development of AI.
