The dark side of Deep Learning
It's like trying to control a swarm of hyper-intelligent, hyper-caffeinated mosquitoes with an Xbox controller. Except instead of mosquitoes, it's like trying to herd cats. Except instead of cats, it's like trying to herd the ghosts of your ancestors.
But why should I care? Why should I care about the existential crisis of AI? Well, let me tell you, my friend. It's not just the robots that will take over the world, it's the algorithms.
Because, my friend, you're not just a human. You're a human with a 401K. And the algorithms are going to be the ones calling the shots. They're going to be the ones deciding who gets to keep their job and who gets to eat Cheetos and watch reruns of "The Great British Baking Show" all day.
So, go ahead and ask your friends on the Dark Side of Deep Learning subreddit: "What's the worst thing that can happen?"
What happens when they take over?
(Note: We're not saying they will, we're just saying they might. Or maybe they already have. We're not really sure. But it sounds like a fun party)