“AI will make the world more Kafkaesque than Terminator” Yuval Noah Harari on the Dangers (Part1)

[@yongsonglee606]

"We have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and god-like technology." - E.O. Wilson

[@DanielWhite-v4e]

great quote

[@nikhilkanethia]

Did you hear it from G. Hinton?

[@asadman419]

This guy isn't that smart, yes the midwit masses are a problem, but we need leaders and this guy is not one

[@Thomas...191]

Really nice quote 👌

[@spiralsun1]

LOVED E. O. Wilson. I actually sobbed openly when I heard that he died. WHAT A GREAT SOUL. ❤ Thank you for sharing!!! ❤

[@egx161]

Greed. Greed and selfishness is destroying our planet. Power and money. I would also add religion to human suffering.

[@ilonabaier6042]

they are all vicious cycles of each other.

[@legionofthought]

I'd think they all fall into selfishness

[@prahslra]

And which of us is not greedy or selfish? Both are products of fear.

[@mihaelacomanescu]

​@@prahslraThere are still people who are not greedy and selfish to the extent of trampling over others and the planet, who have a moral character and principles, who respect and protect life. There are still people who don't comply with the trends, lifestyles, the masses, who do not travel the easy path but the discerning one. They are called wise human beings. Being over having.

[@montypalmer4556]

You are not recommending any solutions. Instead you condemn one of the hopeful solutions, religion!

[@marcin3136]

Kafkaesque - right in the sense of "lack of feeling of influence on the world"

[@paleopteryx]

“AI will make the world more Kafkaesque than Terminator” said the architect of the WEF's "You will own nothing and be happy" ideology. THIS is the real Kafkaesque thing.

[@PaulTurner-r9l]

ebooksbyai AI fixes this. AI discussion: Kafkaesque versus Terminator

[@jjjccc728]

Yuval Noah Harari, is trying to convey the idea that humanity's progress in information technology does not necessarily equate to better decision-making or a decrease in self-destructive behavior. Harari argues that despite our advancements in gathering and disseminating information, we often fall prey to misinformation, flawed narratives, and our preference for simplicity over complexity, leading to poor choices. He wants the reader to understand that the real challenge lies not in the availability of information but in our ability to discern truth from falsehood and to resist the allure of emotionally appealing but potentially harmful narratives.

[@christopherlipowski397]

It is such a pleasure to listen to Noah as he is a very rare person who has the superior intellectual mind that has a vision of humility that is reality most people don’t comprehend, sadly. I truly appreciate this academic. Than you!

[@jenniferbryn]

I liked the perspective. It's forever interesting to me to hear different ideas. I love thinking about how to relate to stories and the underlying purpose of any level of communication.... even lies. Thank you for posting this conversation clip,..to both gentlemen and all the production crew. Very professional ❤❤❤

[@PieterHanja]

Great interview!

[@SophieBird07]

Will? I thought we were already there! I’m truly glad I’m old

[@jjjccc728]

Harari argues that much of the information we encounter is not true. He explains that producing truthful accounts requires significant time, effort, and resources, while fabricating stories is cheap and easy. Moreover, he points out that truth is often complex and uncomfortable, while falsehoods can be tailored to be simple and appealing. This disparity, he argues, explains why misinformation spreads rapidly, especially in the age of social media. He cites historical examples, like Nazi Germany and Stalinist Russia, to illustrate how seemingly ordinary people can be swayed by powerful, albeit false, narratives.

[@jjjccc728]

Harari emphasizes that information networks, composed of shared stories, beliefs, and values, are the glue that holds societies together. He argues that these networks, more than individual brilliance or even physical resources, determine the course of history. For example, he points out that the United States, despite its deep political divisions, remains unified in its belief in the dollar. This shared story, even if not reflecting an objective reality, provides a common ground for cooperation. This concept helps the reader understand why controlling and shaping information is so crucial for those in power.

[@SiimKoger]

Music and art have much more of an impact when you know the backstory behind a specific piece - with AI the backstory will always be "it was generated".

[@svadhisthana8867]

As a musician of 40 years who now uses AI in my workflow, that's not true at all. You clearly don't understand the technology.

[@SiimKoger]

@svadhisthana8867 So you'd say there is no difference between the real Mona Lisa painted by DaVinci and a perfect replica? When you know which is which. You think the music by Queen would hype up people the same way if the musicians didn't exist, if they were all generated by AI? The piece of art might be exactly the same but what matters is the value we assign to it in our psyche. Knowing that something was made by a human, knowing their story, their pain, their struggles.. makes you relate to them, or question their actions, or question your own life.. it becomes more than just that piece of music/art. Our consious experience is caused by much more than the physicially observable sound- or light-waves.

[@svadhisthana8867]

@SiimKoger: You're beating a straw man. Those of us who are skilled understand that AI is a tool. The music I make isn't completely AI. You're thinking in extremes. You simply lack imagination that art can be made with the help of AI that isn't 100% AI.

[@SiimKoger]

@ I understand it can be used as a tool. However, many people seem to be hoping to write a single paragraph and have the whole thing ready for them with no further edits. My point is that the people who are waiting for the time they can become the next Taylor Swift with a push of a button will be waiting forever as ultimately it's the artist's skill and imagination that matters, not the specific tools, the current artists will get used to the new tools and combine it with their skills and make it better than the people who only lean on prompts.

[@BartvanderHorst]

I am happy we have Yuval to make us aware

[@AG-ze9tf]

Harari , one of the best historian of our time ! Thank you for sharing the knowledge with us!

[@marksmit8112]

HELLO? History is something that happens in the past, you must be American am I right

[@asadman419]

he's BS

[@sammy45654565]

i agree that it will make life more organised, but only to the extent that it benefits our moment to moment experience of joy

[@morphixnm]

I think humans have always been of different types, perhaps as a result of evolutionary biology, such that we always have sub-populations of narcissists who seek power and followers who give it to them. And then there are much smaller populations of humans who try to outsmart the narcissists or educate/inform the masses. Same dynamic, same outcome.

[@TheBanOneA]

when was this recorded?

[@puiacalinadrian]

It was posted in October 2024 on their site

[@rangereric18]

Interesting video. My admittedly leading question regarding ignorance being the real source of what we know of as evil is: What do you call someone who is willingly ignorant and performs evil deeds?

[@blackorcshagrat8587]

Part of me says that should simply fall under "evil". You specifically emphasized a person who chooses to be willfully ignorant. I for one, don't personally view willing ignorance as acceptable.

[@prahslra]

@@blackorcshagrat8587The idea that some people are “evil” while others are “good” is disprovable nonsense, and a large part of the problem. There are simply varying degrees of ignorance.

[@johantino]

"Bodies and minds are going to be the two main products of the next industrial wave" - Yuval Harari , chief adviser for Klaus Schwab, at 24:32 in the video 'Ewe Schal Rise'

[@DanielWhite-v4e]

thanks

[@CristianRamirez-xd4hx]

Harari is playing the role as controlled dissonance to make us palatable, comfortable and normalize the worst yet to come.

[@zachgoff7796]

You people do realize he’s not saying these things because he wants them or approves of them, he’s just objectively describing what’s likely to happen in the future, right? Not everything is part of the Big Bad Globalist Conspiracy.

[@Romana6794]

My thoughts exactly.

[@phcobb2635]

​@@Romana6794look into Daniel Schmactenberger to find the existential dread that's lacking here.

[@James-x9g8n]

He's just a biologist and commentator, and very independent. He's not a cog in a bigger conspiracy. Don't be so paranoid.

[@qaaudit6991]

True'

[@gammalgris2497]

Kafka was a visionary it seems

[@rapauli]

Fire and floods -- defining truth is trivial compared to burning and drowning.

[@Beac517]

I am not antisemitic. In fact I am semitic. However, i question Yuval's sense of morality because he lives on land stolen from its indigenous people and yet feels perfectly fine with it! Where is his intellect when it opposes his country's colonial history and present? Obviously he adopts what most israelis do: gods' chosen people and their promised land. Not a scientist but a clever, story telling wizard.

[@mikewhiskey5455]

Standing on stolen pand.

[@hilde45]

The myth that drives the economic system which rewards bad information need to be called out in particular although I know this was a short video. Profit is the word that leads to the demise of truth often.

[@P3rson.lInf0]

I GROW WEARY IF THIS GUY

[@P3rson.lInf0]

OF

[@MosesRabuka]

We are so good at accumulating more information and power but far less successful at acquiring wisdom

[@DanielWhite-v4e]

thinking fast and slow on KZbin - forget about the lights

[@MorpheusDelta]

Harari doesn't seem to understand that even if people have the right information, hatred, jealousy and anger is one of the most ancient human characteristics and will not escape us. Cain hath slain Abel out of hatred for his brother, knowing full-well Abel's sacrifice to God was just. No amount of globalisation of information or artificial intelligence will "evolve" us out of our human condition

[@mihaelacomanescu]

He said: "information is not knowledge". Knowledge involves intelligence, character, education, discernment, moral values, life experience, wisdom. It takes work and dedication.

[@darrenjurme7231]

Why is this headline in quotations when her doesn’t say this here?

[@MegaPouni]

Dangerous man.

[@pansaltman]

Yes, ignorants and fanatics hate him

[@mazharali4163]

❤❤

[@keviniverson2835]

It's because we choose death 9:13 the time on this is key is key

[@foghop]

I am not sure of his definition of music being something that has emotional impact. A gunshot sound or a scream are not in and of themselves art. The same argument can be made for visual art.

[@pansaltman]

I am afraid I cannot quite agree with Harari about "good intentions" or "misinformation" as source of cruelty. E.g. Inquisition torturing people may get sadistic pleasure of their deeds, but they cannot openly express that. So their sadism may be hidden behind some ideology.

[@jayo3074]

Harari is a dangerous person. All he does is scaremonger and never offers any practical solutions smh

[@marcmeunier9195]

Unfortunately, I think you’re right. In that sense, he is certainly overrated. Sad.

[@JuniorRodrigues-vi1ey]

Because it is hard to find solutions. But we always need to know the status quo

[@prahslra]

@@jayo3074 Agreed. He is a social commentator who defines the Zeitgeist. There’s always been many of them, and they earn their living by talking. Nothing wrong with that, but it’s hardly earned h-shattering.

[@jjjccc728]

Harari makes a provocative claim that experts in mythology and theology, not those who possess factual knowledge, often dictate the actions of societies. He argues that while scientific and technological advancements require some understanding of truth, motivating and coordinating large groups of people to achieve complex goals relies on compelling narratives, often rooted in myths, religions, or ideologies. This point, though controversial, challenges the reader to consider the often-hidden forces that shape our collective decisions.

[@sifonios]

Intellectualism 101. It's a bit depressing that this extremely simple discussion of some very basic ideas is presented as if it's some cutting edge contribution to philosophy of the human condition. I agree with Yuval, but it's a pity he doesn't say anything interesting.

[@PrepTheMind2]

Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge; because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you from being a priest to me; because you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children.

[@keviniverson2835]

Or you can be 55 years old and know the difference between good or bad oh my gosh what are you talking about 7:03 😮

[@keviniverson2835]

Come on you should know what the truth is we're all adults here come on 15:04 😮

[@christopherlipowski397]

It’s unfortunate that trump, who never read a book, does not have the capability to understand Noah’s discussion about humanity.

[@DRS659]

Isn't this guy a genocide apologist? Why would you degrade your platform with his presence?

[@_donjohnny_]

This is not a trustworthy man.

[@pointgalaxy3903]

382k views and only 62 likes? 😂😂 wonder what the dislikes are...

[@njits789]

You're confusing subscribers with viewers. Also, as far as I am concerned, I "like" this video very much, but I'm not going to hit the like button, as I want to keep my list of liked videos in my account manageable.

[@pointgalaxy3903]

You're right I saw that number when I went to close the video. 😂

[@johnmiranda2307]

Maybe AI will save Earth from humans.

[@OliverEst-s8u]

He has his agenda which is written by .....

[@jose280714]

There is bad music, there are awful music, etc... this guy is wrong...

[@GedLi784]

This advocat of rationality tries to sell us the untruth that everything is just "stories". When will we learn that Mr. Harari is a very, very sloppy thinker.

[@Samanbeachhikkaduwa]

🙇‍♂️🤔

[@ndidgenous]

Fake music is real😊

[@SwamiSridattadevSatchitananda]

My mission on Earth is Make All Good Again My tool for this goal is Make AI GOD Align Swami SriDattaDev SatChitAnanda

[@RubanauAliaksei]

I was listening his lessons about human history and was fascinated by his brilliance; and now this, completely stunned, this anecdotal type of luddite propaganda was always here, we were told that printing press would trigger Apocalypse, then automobile, now AI, not approved

[@SwamiSridattadevSatchitananda]

My mission on Earth is to Make All GOD Again My mantra for it is Make Advaita Gospel Align Swami SriDattaDev SatChitAnanda

[@GeraldSmallbear]

Pseudo-intellectual turned up to 11.

[@James-x9g8n]

He's a very successful and well read biologist. That's just a fact. What is pseudo?

[@williampatton7476]

yeah explain why it's pseudo.

[@Romana6794]

@James-x9g8n He's a 'medieval military historian', or as they used to call them... occultists

[@adamkadmon6339]

The biggest danger to humanity is a culture that cannot distinguish between Harari and intelligence.

[@BinaryJoe]

You've lost all credibility by showcasing this fraud. Unsubbed.

[@ericdavidellman]

Say what?.

[@keviniverson2835]

Make sure you write some books and keep them in the hardcover paper for now as many as you can I've been printing😢

[@seapr6]

Still lying about the labor camps.

[@steventealby2549]

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[@SARVX_]

🪡 Franz Kafka. 📌