AI Technology Debate Flashcards
Singularity
Definition: The hypothetical point in time at which technological growth becomes uncontrollable and irreversible, resulting in unforeseeable changes to human civilization, often associated with the rise of superintelligent AI. Example: Some experts believe that the singularity is near, while others argue that it’s still far off.
Autonomous
Definition: Able to operate independently and make decisions without human input. Example: Autonomous vehicles and drones are just the beginning of AI’s takeover in various industries.
Supplant
Definition: To replace or take the place of something or someone. Example: As AI continues to advance, it has the potential to supplant many human jobs.
Phase out
Definition: To gradually remove or replace something or someone, typically because it has become obsolete or inefficient. Example: The company plans to phase out human labor and replace it with AI-powered machines.
Out of the loop
Definition: Not informed or involved in a particular situation or decision-making process. Example: With AI taking over many decision-making processes, humans might find themselves out of the loop.
Riding the wave of technology
Definition: Adapting to or embracing new technological advancements and trends. Example: To stay relevant in the job market, one must keep riding the wave of technology, even as AI becomes more prevalent.
Disruption
Definition: A significant disturbance or change in an established system or process, often caused by new technologies or innovations. Example: The rise of AI is causing significant disruption in various industries, leading to job displacement and new opportunities.
Pervasive
Definition: Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people, often in a way that is difficult to avoid or control. Example: AI’s influence is becoming increasingly pervasive, affecting numerous aspects of our daily lives.
Integrate
Definition: To combine or incorporate one thing with another, typically to form a unified system. Example: Businesses are looking for ways to integrate AI technologies into their existing systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
Catch up
Definition: To reach a level of knowledge or ability that is equal to someone or something else. Example: Many workers are now taking courses to catch up with the AI technologies that are transforming their industries.
A double-edged sword
Definition: Something that has or can have both favorable and unfavorable consequences.
Example: AI taking over can be seen as a double-edged sword, providing efficiency and new opportunities while also displacing human jobs.
You can’t put the genie back in the bottle
Definition: Once something has been done or released, it is impossible to reverse or control the consequences. Example: The development and widespread adoption of AI is like letting the genie out of the bottle; there’s no going back now.
