Gary Cottrell on 2007

This AI Prediction was made by Gary Cottrell in 2007.

Predicted time for AGI / HLMI / transformative AI:

(Hover for explanation)Types of advanced artificial intelligence: AGI (AI that can perform many tasks at a human-level), HLMI (more advanced AI that surpasses human intelligence in specific areas), and Transformative AI (AI that could significantly impact society and the world)

When they get to the level of being our best friends (or worst enemies) I would guess 2070-2100, to pick a reasonable number

Opinion about the Intelligence Explosion from Gary Cottrell:

Flycer’s explanation for better understanding:

Humans and robots are becoming increasingly intertwined in our lives. It is estimated that by the year 2100, robots will have become our best friends or worst enemies. This prediction is based on the current rate of technological advancement and the increasing presence of robots in our lives.

The future of humanity with AGI / HLMI / transformative AI:

Flycer’s Secondary Explanation:

About:

Gary Cottrell is a professor of computer science and engineering at the University of California, San Diego. He is also the director of the Center for Human-Aware AI and a fellow of the Association for Computing Machinery. His research focuses on cognitive and neural aspects of visual perception, with an emphasis on developing computational models of these processes. Cottrell has also been involved in developing intelligent tutoring systems and has worked on several applications of machine learning, including natural language processing and computer vision.