The AI Adaptation Challenge: Lessons from the Pandemic's Early Days
By
Onni Aarne
Summary
The author draws a parallel between the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic (March 2020 in Helsinki) and the current state of AI development, arguing that society is largely unaware of the impending transformative impact of AI. The piece reflects on how those paying close attention felt isolated and ahead of the curve, much like during the pandemic's onset, and warns that adaptation to AI will be a critical but underappreciated challenge.
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Twitter / XThe AI Adaptation Challenge: Lessons from the Pandemic's Early Dayswordsofwhatcouldbe.substack.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledFor those of us paying attention, it seemed like the rest of society was never going to respond sufficiently.
The whole situation felt somewhat unreal. No one else seemed to have any idea what was about to hit them.
Many people following AI closely have been comparing the current situation to that moment.
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