In the coming years, artificial intelligence is probably going to change your life— and likely the entire world. But people have a hard time agreeing on exactly how AI will affect our society. Can we build AI systems that help us fix the world? Or are we doomed to a robotic takeover? Explore the limitations of artificial intelligence and the possibility of creating human-compatible technology. [Directed by Christoph Sarow, AIM Creative Studios, narrated by George Zaidan and Stuart Russell, music by André Aires]. 

 TED-Ed: How will AI change the world?

How will AI change the world?

AI's literal interpretation of objectives reveals the nuanced complexity of human wishes, urging a rethink of AI's goal-setting.

The journey to general purpose AI spans a wide timeline, from imminent to centuries away, underscoring the unknowns in AI's evolution.

AI's fixed objectives may pose risks; Stuart Russell suggests building systems that question their goals could prevent potential disasters.