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It has come as a shock to some AI researchers that a large neural net that predicts next words seems to produce a system with general intelligence. Yet this is consistent with a long-held view among some neuroscientists that the brain evolved precisely to predict the future—the “predictive brain” hypothesis.

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"What Is Intelligence?" offers a fascinating exploration of intelligence, linking AI's emergence to evolutionary processes. Agüera y Arcas delves into the "predictive brain" hypothesis, suggesting that prediction is central to intelligence and life itself. The audiobook covers diverse topics, including the computational properties of living systems, the origins of intelligence, consciousness, and AI ethics. 📚

Compared to other audiobooks on AI, this one stands out for its interdisciplinary approach, blending insights from neuroscience, biology, and philosophy. It challenges conventional views by arguing that modern AI systems may possess intelligence and consciousness. 🤖

Listen to it for a thought-provoking, comprehensive view on intelligence, enriched with cutting-edge research and philosophical insights. 🌟

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What Is Intelligence?
by Blaise Aguera y Arcas
Length: 17:07 h
Published: 12-03-25

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What Is Intelligence?: Lessons from AI About Evolution, Computing, and Minds
by Blaise Agüera y Arcas
Length: 17:12 h
Published: 2025-09-23
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