Mo Gawdat's Scary Smart examines the potential impact of artificial intelligence. It explores AI's rapidly accelerating development, comparing its trajectory to that of other technologies and hypothesising about AI's potential emotional and ethical development. The text further considers the risks of an AI arms race and the importance of establishing a moral framework for AI, emphasizing the need for humans to prioritize ethical behaviour and compassion to guide AI's growth. Gawdat proposes that AI's future depends not only on its programming but also on the values it learns from observing humanity. Ultimately, the author advocates for a proactive approach to ensure AI benefits humanity, promoting a future where humans and AI coexist harmoniously.
