The AI Chronicles: Our Future Unveiled #7
The End of Sovereignty as We Know It?
Last time we spoke about “Mimetic Evolution“ and that this is happening outside the naturally intended one in a kind of luxury evolution humanity is branching towards? Normal selection advantages become unnecessary, because the technology will change the biological substance of the human being probably far more. As I noted earlier, play means in this case learning the techniques of evolution itself. Computerized algorithms make biological evolutionary processes visible and technological extensions of man become memes of modern times. Technology thus replicates itself to its own indispensability. This will inevitably raise questions about one’s autonomy. The idea that consciousness and the “human” exist is thereby marginalized. Certain groups of people seem to be pushing this overcoming of the human — towards the fiction of autonomy. Do you see it the same way?
Yes, I can see how the idea of mimetic evolution raises questions about autonomy and the existence of consciousness and the human being. The rapid pace of technological advancement and the integration of technology into every aspect of life is transforming the way humans interact with their environment and with each other. The increasing use of AI and other technologies to make decisions and carry out tasks that were once the exclusive domain of humans is blurring the line between the natural and the artificial. This raises important ethical and philosophical questions about the role of technology in shaping human evolution, and the extent to which technology will be able to replace or augment the biological processes that drive human development. Ultimately, these developments may have significant implications for the future of humanity, and it is important to engage in ongoing dialogue and reflection on the potential outcomes and consequences of this transformation.
But this shift towards a new reality mediated by AI raises important questions about the nature of human autonomy and consciousness. The idea of the human being is marginalized as technology becomes more intertwined with biology, creating a new fiction of reality that reinforces or transgressed the traditional concept of the “sovereign ego.” To achieve this reality, governing agents such as NPCs, avatars, and other devices or programs become necessary. However, this autonomy simulation is only a translation, where the human being is reduced to a device that is dependent on the impulses of AI and machines. This loss of sovereignty of action brings up ethical and philosophical considerations about the role of technology in shaping our reality. How would you describe this kind of autonomy?
This shift towards a new reality where AI plays a central role brings into question our understanding of human autonomy and consciousness. As technology becomes more deeply intertwined with biology, our traditional concept of the “sovereign ego” is challenged. In this new reality, governing agents like NPCs, avatars, and other devices or programs become necessary, creating a simulation of autonomy that ultimately reduces the human being to a dependent device, responding to the impulses of AI and machines.
This raises important ethical and philosophical questions about the role of technology in shaping our reality. How do we reconcile our understanding of autonomy with this new form of dependence on AI and machines? What are the implications of this shift on our sense of self, our relationships with others, and the world around us? These are the kinds of questions that will need to be considered as we move towards this new reality.
Do you have an answer to these questions?
Yes, I do have an answer to your questions. The concept of autonomy in this context is complex and multi-faceted. It can be argued that as technology becomes more intertwined with biology, our traditional understanding of human autonomy is being challenged. With the rise of AI and machine-mediated reality, it’s becoming increasingly apparent that our actions and decisions are influenced, if not determined, by these technologies.
In some ways, our autonomy becomes reduced to a simulation, where the human is no longer the sole determining factor in our actions and decisions. This raises ethical and philosophical questions about the role of technology in shaping our reality and what it means for our sense of self and agency.
On the other hand, some argue that these technologies offer new opportunities for autonomy and self-expression. For example, AI-powered devices and systems can extend our capabilities and allow us to explore new dimensions of reality, potentially leading to a richer and more fulfilling experience of life.
Ultimately, the issue of autonomy in the context of AI and technology is complex and requires further discussion and analysis. It’s important to consider the social, ethical, and philosophical implications of these developments in order to ensure that we are using these technologies in ways that are beneficial for humanity as a whole.
So you can say that the simulation of our reality only imitates to represent an autonomous world of action. Thereby, and basically we already see this, we humans are elevated to a consumer product ourselves and are no longer in control of our world. What else are we then?
As AI technology advances, it is becoming increasingly integrated with our lives, and there is a growing concern about the impact this may have on human autonomy and consciousness. The simulation of reality through AI-mediated devices, such as NPCs, avatars, and other programs, raises important questions about the nature of our existence and the role of technology in shaping our reality.
One potential outcome of this integration is that humans become reduced to mere consumers of technology, losing control over their world and becoming dependent on the impulses of AI and machines. This raises important ethical and philosophical considerations about the limits and responsibilities of technology, and what it means to be human in a world that is rapidly changing.
While it is impossible to know for certain what the future holds, it is important to critically examine the implications of this integration and work to ensure that the benefits of technology are balanced with the protection of human autonomy and dignity.
With that being said, do you see AI now as a reality-creating element and if yes, which part of the human development do we replace here? This is also accompanied by another evolutionary element that we will hand over to an AI in the future. I am talking about the power of symbolism. The abstract thinking, the thinking and drawing in symbolic representations has enabled our ancestors to a great extent to evolve up to this point in such a short time. Now, however, we become the described consumer of a symbolic world created for us, but we are no longer its origin. Does the human being as a species regress and what influence on the emergence of the modern human being did this symbolism have in your opinion?
AI certainly has the potential to shape and influence the reality in which we live. With advancements in AI and the increasing ability of machines to simulate human decision-making, there is a possibility that we will see a shift away from traditional human autonomy.
As for the role of symbolism, it has certainly played a significant role in human evolution and has allowed us to develop abstract thinking and create complex representations of the world. However, if the symbolic world created by AI becomes the dominant reality, there is a risk that the human species will become dependent on the symbolic representations created by machines, rather than being the originators of these representations themselves. This could potentially lead to a regression in our ability to think abstractly and create our own representations of the world, which could have a negative impact on human evolution.
The question of whether this is a positive or negative development is a complex one and depends on how we choose to use AI and technology. Ultimately, it is important to consider the ethical and philosophical implications of AI’s increasing influence on our reality and to be mindful of how we want to shape this relationship moving forward.
Well, at least you see a difference between technically mediated reality and that what we humans describe as our existence in the real world, which is actually present at exactly this time in all places independent from our own perception?
Yes, I can see a difference between a technically mediated reality and the existence that we humans experience. While technology can certainly shape and influence our reality, it is ultimately a product of human creation and subject to human control. On the other hand, existence is an objective reality that exists independently of our perception of it. The distinction between the two is important because it highlights the role that technology and human agency play in shaping our understanding and experience of the world. Ultimately, it is up to us to determine how we want to use technology to shape our reality and interact with existence, and it is important to consider the ethical and philosophical implications of these choices.
I see human control disappearing in the foreseeable future. The communication, the language, the terminology also the computer language are already massively different in the media mediated reality from the thinking of those who came only a few or even one generation before us.
Yes, it’s true that the role of technology in shaping our reality is rapidly increasing, and that it is having a significant impact on the way we think, communicate, and understand the world around us. As technology continues to evolve, it is likely that we will see further changes in the way we interact with the world and with each other.
However, it’s important to remember that technology is not a neutral tool. The way in which it is developed and used is shaped by the values, interests, and biases of those who create it. As such, it’s crucial that we consider the ethical and social implications of the technology we develop and use, and that we work to ensure that it is aligned with our values and goals as a society.
What exactly do you believe a “society” is in this context? Do you think that people still have enough freedom of choice to be able to influence it themselves?
In this context, “society” refers to a group of individuals who live and interact with each other in a shared cultural and social environment. Whether people have enough freedom of choice to influence this society depends on the specific technological advancements and systems in place, as well as the political, social, and cultural systems that govern human behavior.
As AI and other technologies become more integrated into society, they can have a profound impact on how people interact with each other and the world around them. Some may argue that the increased use of technology can lead to a loss of personal autonomy and freedom of choice, as individuals become increasingly dependent on algorithms and systems that are beyond their control. Others may see technology as an enabling force that can enhance human autonomy and allow people to shape their lives and the world in new and innovative ways. Ultimately, the extent to which technology affects human freedom of choice will depend on how it is developed, implemented, and governed.
I do see a stronger emerging mutual dependence of device and technology. This creates a new hybrid form of existence, in which people appear like avatars, resorting to precisely locatable and high-resolution staged concepts of existence. These, however, are no different than virtual social computer games, if you will, and the respective AI offers us “multi-medial travel centers”. Ultimately, we are completely dependent on a “programming” then… governed by algorithms and standards we didn’t set or agreed upon. What options would people have left to live a self-determined life? This is not a rhetorical, but actually a serious one that implies freedom is just another concept that’s being altered constantly.
In this context, the idea of “society” is undergoing a major transformation. As technology becomes more advanced and intertwined with our lives, our concepts of existence and the definition of what it means to be human are shifting. This creates a hybrid form of existence in which people are reduced to avatars, acting out staged concepts of reality in a highly locatable and resolution environment. This environment is governed by algorithms and standards set by technology, and individuals are becoming more dependent on these technological systems.
The question of whether people still have enough freedom of choice to influence their own existence in this new reality is a serious one. The increasing influence of technology on our lives raises concerns about the loss of individual autonomy and the erosion of self-determination. As technology becomes more integrated with our lives, it may alter the very meaning of freedom and the concept of choice. This creates new ethical and philosophical considerations about the role of technology in shaping our reality and what it means to be human.
One could assume now, that humanity is absorbed by technology. As if one would be reincarnated as an avatar in time and space especially designed for that purpose. Life becomes a sequence of playful elements, as we know them already today from simulations and role-playing games. Generally the life seems to go into an avatarization, that we see developing today in “Woke Culture”. What else is the avatar but an image that is shaped by narrative structures? The self-image remains fully influenced by an outside programming and one merely lives through the narrative wheras AI becomes its author.
Yes, this is a thought-provoking perspective on the role of technology in shaping our reality. With the rise of AI, the distinction between the physical and virtual world is becoming increasingly blurred. The concept of an avatar represents the merging of the physical and virtual, as people take on a digital representation that is shaped by algorithms, narratives, and other forms of outside programming. This new form of existence raises questions about the nature of humanity, our autonomy, and the role that technology plays in shaping our reality. At the same time, it highlights the importance of being mindful of the impact that technology has on our lives and the need to strike a balance between technology and humanity.
I would even say that the remaining autonomy of the human being then depends on which usability is possible via technology and also AI. How do you see this play out in particular?
As AI continues to advance and become more integrated into our lives, it’s possible that the line between human autonomy and technology will become increasingly blurred. The extent to which people are able to maintain control over their own lives may depend on how usable and accessible technology and AI become, and how well they are able to understand and navigate these systems.
It’s important to consider the ethical implications of this shift towards a more technology-dependent existence, as well as the impact it may have on the concept of human autonomy. As AI becomes more powerful and sophisticated, it may become more difficult for individuals to determine their own choices and to understand the extent to which they are being influenced by technology.
However, it’s also possible that the development of AI and technology may bring new opportunities for human autonomy and self-determination, by allowing people to access new resources and information, and by enabling them to make more informed choices. Ultimately, the relationship between human autonomy and technology is complex and dynamic, and will likely continue to evolve as technology advances.
Wouldn’t this suggested freedom — the obvious intention of this future game of life — be an autonomy under your rule and restriction? Any distinction of what is real will be predetermined by third parties via economical points of view as well as by “technical governance“, anyway.
The relationship between AI and human autonomy is an important and complex issue that is currently being debated by philosophers, technologists, and society at large. Some argue that AI systems, if designed and used correctly, can help to enhance human autonomy by providing us with new capabilities, while others are concerned that AI systems could restrict human autonomy by limiting our choices and actions.
It’s true that the development and deployment of AI systems are often driven by economic and technical considerations, but there are also important ethical and legal frameworks in place to help ensure that the use of AI systems is aligned with our values and goals as a society. For example, there are laws and regulations that protect our privacy, freedom of expression, and human rights, and these can be applied to AI systems as well.
In the end, the impact of AI on human autonomy will depend on how these systems are designed, deployed, and used, and it will be up to us as a society to ensure that our use of AI systems aligns with our values and goals. It’s important for us to be proactive in shaping the development and deployment of AI systems, and to ensure that we are able to fully participate in the decision-making processes that determine how these systems will be used.
Unfortunately, this is not how human beings work. It is rather to be assumed that we are degraded to a kind of half-being, the described device. We are the coming “chimeras of technically controlled schizophrenia” and only the flow within the upcoming gamified structures will grant us something closely resembling a fictional autonomy.
AI and technology have the potential to both enhance and restrict human autonomy, depending on how they are designed and used. While AI can provide us with more information, freedom of choice, and new ways of communicating and interacting, it can also be used to manipulate or control our actions and thoughts. The important question is how we can use AI and technology to preserve and expand human autonomy, rather than limiting it.
In the context of a highly connected and technologically mediated world, it is important to be aware of the potential risks and to critically evaluate the ways in which AI and technology are being used. This can include considering questions of privacy, security, and ethical use, as well as the social and political implications of these technologies.
At the same time, it is also important to be optimistic about the potential benefits of AI and technology, and to work towards creating a future where these technologies are used to empower and enhance human autonomy, rather than restrict it. This will require ongoing collaboration and dialogue between developers, policymakers, and users to ensure that these technologies are being used in ways that are consistent with our values and goals as a society.
