Geoffrey Hinton – Godfather of AI, a renowned computer scientist and artificial intelligence (AI) pioneer, recently retired from his position at Google. Hinton is often referred to as the “Godfather of AI” for his groundbreaking research and contributions to the field of deep learning, which has revolutionized many applications of AI, including image and speech recognition.

In an interview with the Guardian, Hinton expressed some regrets and concerns about his life’s work. He said that while he’s proud of the progress that has been made in AI, he’s worried about the potential consequences of its unchecked development. Specifically, he’s concerned about the possibility of AI systems becoming too powerful and autonomous, leading to unforeseen and potentially catastrophic consequences.

Hinton also expressed regret about the way AI has been commercialized and used to serve the interests of big tech companies rather than the greater good. He suggested that AI should be used to solve important problems, such as climate change and healthcare, rather than simply maximizing profits for corporations.

Despite his concerns and regrets, Hinton remains optimistic about the future of AI. He believes that by continuing to push the boundaries of research, we can develop AI systems that are both powerful and beneficial to humanity.