By Chelsea Johnson
The exponential growth of AI has generated both excitement and concern. Amidst the hype and fearmongering, it is essential to approach the subject with a balanced perspective. Gary Marcus, an author, neuroscientist, and founder, offers his insights on the future of AI in a session titled “Between Hype and a Hard Place: Gary Marcus on AI’s Next Steps” at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023.
Marcus is renowned within academic circles and has testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee alongside other industry experts. His focus was on the necessity of regulating AI due to its potential risks. Unlike those directly affiliated with AI companies, Marcus approaches the topic impartially, emphasizing the need for action, regulation, and cooperation before deploying AI products to customers.
Marcus has developed ideas on how to achieve this balance, and his expertise will be shared during the session. As an author, scientist, and founder of companies such as Robust.AI and Geometric.AI (which was acquired by Uber), Marcus has a deep understanding of AI. His research in human language development and cognitive neuroscience, combined with his challenges to contemporary AI, demonstrate his comprehensive knowledge.
As Emeritus Professor of Psychology and Neural Science at NYU, Marcus has authored several books, including “The Algebraic Mind,” “Kluge,” “The Birth of the Mind,” and his New York Times bestseller, “Guitar Zero.” His contributions to publications like The New Yorker, Wired, and The New York Times further solidify his authority in the field.
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