Philosophy Artificial Intelligence Questions
The AI effect refers to the tendency of people to downplay or dismiss the capabilities of artificial intelligence once those capabilities are achieved. It is the phenomenon where once a task or function is successfully performed by AI, it is no longer considered a part of "true" artificial intelligence. This effect impacts the perception of artificial intelligence by creating a moving goalpost, where the achievements of AI are constantly redefined and devalued. As a result, the perception of AI can be skewed, leading to underestimation of its potential and overlooking the advancements made in the field.