The fear of Artificial Intelligence often rests on a misunderstanding: that of a machine with its own will, intentions, and agenda.
This talk addresses it in three stages.
First, dispel the fantasy — not to reassure, but to shift our perspective: Artificial Intelligence has neither consciousness nor will. It optimizes. It is precisely this confusion that prevents us from seeing the real problem.
Next, identify the real danger: delegation and silent usage. By constantly entrusting our micro-decisions to automated systems — not to mention using Artificial Intelligence — we let Artificial Intelligence shape our choices without even realizing it. The loss of control sets in through habit, not by force.
Finally, ask the real forward-looking question: under what conditions would this loss of control become irreversible? And who decides that we cannot keep up?
Keeping control of AI is not the sole business of engineers or regulators: it is a responsibility shared between citizens, decision-makers, and system designers.