Roger Highfield (What to think about machines that think)

Roger Highfield discusses the evolving relationship between humans and machines, emphasizing the increasing integration of technology into our lives. He highlights the fact that humans have been augmenting themselves with tools and devices throughout history, leading to a seamless blending of human and machine capabilities.

Highfield points to various examples of this fusion, including medical devices like pacemakers, cochlear implants, and deep-brain implants that alleviate symptoms in Parkinson’s patients. He also mentions ongoing research into exoskeletons, brain-computer interfaces, and digital tattoos that can enhance human abilities and interface with the Internet of Things.

Highfield suggests that as technology advances, it will become increasingly difficult to distinguish between humans and machines. Researchers are exploring ways to enhance human brainpower with electronic plug-ins and neuroprosthetics. He envisions a future where the line between human and artificial intelligence blurs, creating a continuum of intelligences from regular human intelligence to advanced artificial intelligence.

Overall, Highfield’s perspective highlights the potential for technology to augment human capabilities and create a harmonious coexistence between humans and machines.

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