Chapter 2 Defining Agency

DOI: 10.4324/9781032684895-3

Unleashing Human Potential

In the vast and rapidly evolving field of AI, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the extraordinary capabilities that these systems seemingly possess. AI appears to be an undeniable game changer from predictive analytics to autonomous vehicles. However, amidst the awe and fascination, we must firmly grasp an essential truth: the capabilities of AI are not on par with human potential, not even close.

In its current form, AI is a tool, an instrument, and a means to an end. It is proficient at specific, well-defined tasks, processing data at a speed no human can match. However, it fundamentally lacks the nuanced understanding, creativity, empathy, and wisdom that define ...

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