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I, robot? AI and consciousness
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TL;DRAI
The Economist examines whether generative AIs like ChatGPT are conscious, referencing the "Eliza effect": humans mistaking simulation for sentience. For tech leaders, distinguishing real consciousness from mimicry shapes AI governance and deployment as strategic decisions.
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