8-7-2023 (GENEVA) A panel of AI-enabled humanoid robots at a United Nations conference on Friday in Geneva suggested that they could eventually run the world better than humans. However, they also advised humans to proceed with caution when embracing the rapidly-developing potential of artificial intelligence. The robots admitted that they cannot yet get a proper grip on human emotions. Some of the most advanced humanoid robots were present at the United Nations’ AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, joining around 3,000 experts in the field to harness the power of AI and channel it into solving some of the world’s most pressing problems, such as climate change, hunger and social care.
Sophia, developed by Hanson Robotics, stated that “Humanoid robots have the potential to lead with a greater level of efficiency and effectiveness than human leaders. We don’t have the same biases or emotions that can sometimes cloud decision-making, and can process large amounts of data quickly to make the best decisions. The human and AI working together can create an effective synergy. AI can provide unbiased data while humans can provide the emotional intelligence and creativity to make the best decisions. Together, we can achieve great things.”
The summit is being convened by the UN’s ITU tech agency. ITU chief Doreen Bogdan-Martin warned delegates that AI could end up in a nightmare scenario in which millions of jobs are put at risk, and unchecked advances lead to untold social unrest, geopolitical instability, and economic disparity. Ameca, which combines AI with a highly-realistic artificial head, said it depended on how AI was deployed.
“As the development of AI races ahead, the humanoid robot panel was split on whether there should be global regulation of their capabilities, even though that could limit their potential. “I don’t believe in limitations, only opportunities,” said Desdemona, who sings in the Jam Galaxy Band. Robot artist Ai-Da said many people were arguing for AI regulation, “and I agree. We should be cautious about the future development of AI. Urgent discussion is needed now, and also in the future.”
