JOHAN STEYN: Beyond Sapiens — AI and the creation of ‘homo artificialis’
Features such as love and creativity may become obsolete if a new kind of human emerges from technology
04 October 2023 - 05:00
The narrative of human evolution provides a captivating journey from primitive beings to sophisticated entities. About 40,000 years ago, homo sapiens ascended to dominance over other hominids, such as Neanderthals, largely attributed to enhanced cognitive capabilities and the advent of complex communication and planning.
As we contemplate the infinite future possibilities, spurred on by technological advancements, a pivotal question emerges: are we on the precipice of creating a new human species?..
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