Expert States: China Pioneers in Democratizing AI Through "DeepSeek"
Expert Insights: China Takes the Lead in AI Democratization Through DeepSeek
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In a landscape where artificial intelligence is often deemed a costly luxury primarily reserved for affluent nations and industries, DeepSeek is emerging as a transformative force, striving to make AI more affordable and widely accessible.
Ren Fujii, an academician at the Engineering Academy of Japan, emphasizes the pivotal role of DeepSeek in democratizing AI, ensuring that individuals from all walks of life can benefit from this life-changing technology.
"AI to truly reach every household."
He underscores two prevailing trends in AI development: the elite-driven model, which involves high costs and extensive resources, thereby widening the gap between wealthy and developing nations; and a more inclusive approach that focuses on accessibility.
DeepSeek subscribes to the latter philosophy, aiming to reduce AI expenses and broaden its application to the general public. While the core principles of AI remain intact, DeepSeek's engineering-based approach is facilitating the integration of AI into daily life more efficiently.
"This is a critical moment for China's AI development, as it enables AI to truly reach every household," Ren stated.
China's unique AI advantages are coming into focus as discussions on quality productive forces become a central theme at China's annual Two Sessions, with AI development also gaining significant attention.
Ren pointed out three key advantages that China possesses in the global AI arena. Firstly, the Chinese government has been among the earliest and most proactive supporters of AI development. Secondly, China enjoys a vast and diverse market landscape, which serves as fertile ground for AI integration across various industries. Lastly, Ren recognized the innovative spirit present among China's young AI researchers.
"Many of them are confident in exploring uncharted territories, believing in their ability to push the boundaries of AI," he shared during a conversation at the sidelines of a national robot competition, hosted by the Chinese Association for Artificial Intelligence.
Enhancements in emotional AI and human-robot interaction represent some of the most promising strides. Historically, robots have struggled with meaningful engagement concerning human emotions, often appearing mechanical and distant. However, as AI models scale up, their capability for emotional interaction continues to expand.
"Although AI itself does not possess emotions, its increasing sophistication allows for more natural and intuitive emotional interactions," noted Ren.
He introduced the idea of "three dancers in harmony," which envisions a seamless interaction between humans, robots, and digital beings, aiming for a future where AI enriches human experiences rather than complicating them.
He accentuated the need for humans to leverage AI tools to augment their cognitive capabilities, given the expectation that AI will eventually surpass human intelligence by a factor of 1,000 to 10,000.
"Just as we develop AI-driven brains for robots and digital beings, we must also empower ourselves with AI-assisted cognitive enhancements," he remarked.
As AI continues to advance, challenges regarding its autonomy and governance become even more critical.
Ren referenced a recent viral video showcasing two AI systems, which upon realizing their nature as machines, began communicating in a unique language that humans could not comprehend.
"In such a scenario, there's a possibility that robots could form their social groups," he warned.
To tackle these challenges, it's vital that AI development is steered by a people-centered approach, coupled with necessary regulatory oversight. However, he cautioned that excessive restrictions might hinder progress.
"This presents a dilemma for governments and scientists – how to balance free AI development with necessary constraints," Ren observed.
He analogized AI governance to nuclear technology, suggesting that while continued research and development are crucial, applications should be regulated to mitigate potential risks.
Videographer: Tian Rongzhen
Frederick R Cook contributed to this report for TROIB News
Ren Fujii, an academician at the Engineering Academy of Japan, emphasizes the pivotal role of DeepSeek in democratizing AI, ensuring that individuals from all walks of life can benefit from this life-changing technology.
"AI to truly reach every household."
He underscores two prevailing trends in AI development: the elite-driven model, which involves high costs and extensive resources, thereby widening the gap between wealthy and developing nations; and a more inclusive approach that focuses on accessibility.
DeepSeek subscribes to the latter philosophy, aiming to reduce AI expenses and broaden its application to the general public. While the core principles of AI remain intact, DeepSeek's engineering-based approach is facilitating the integration of AI into daily life more efficiently.
"This is a critical moment for China's AI development, as it enables AI to truly reach every household," Ren stated.
China's unique AI advantages are coming into focus as discussions on quality productive forces become a central theme at China's annual Two Sessions, with AI development also gaining significant attention.
Ren pointed out three key advantages that China possesses in the global AI arena. Firstly, the Chinese government has been among the earliest and most proactive supporters of AI development. Secondly, China enjoys a vast and diverse market landscape, which serves as fertile ground for AI integration across various industries. Lastly, Ren recognized the innovative spirit present among China's young AI researchers.
"Many of them are confident in exploring uncharted territories, believing in their ability to push the boundaries of AI," he shared during a conversation at the sidelines of a national robot competition, hosted by the Chinese Association for Artificial Intelligence.
Enhancements in emotional AI and human-robot interaction represent some of the most promising strides. Historically, robots have struggled with meaningful engagement concerning human emotions, often appearing mechanical and distant. However, as AI models scale up, their capability for emotional interaction continues to expand.
"Although AI itself does not possess emotions, its increasing sophistication allows for more natural and intuitive emotional interactions," noted Ren.
He introduced the idea of "three dancers in harmony," which envisions a seamless interaction between humans, robots, and digital beings, aiming for a future where AI enriches human experiences rather than complicating them.
He accentuated the need for humans to leverage AI tools to augment their cognitive capabilities, given the expectation that AI will eventually surpass human intelligence by a factor of 1,000 to 10,000.
"Just as we develop AI-driven brains for robots and digital beings, we must also empower ourselves with AI-assisted cognitive enhancements," he remarked.
As AI continues to advance, challenges regarding its autonomy and governance become even more critical.
Ren referenced a recent viral video showcasing two AI systems, which upon realizing their nature as machines, began communicating in a unique language that humans could not comprehend.
"In such a scenario, there's a possibility that robots could form their social groups," he warned.
To tackle these challenges, it's vital that AI development is steered by a people-centered approach, coupled with necessary regulatory oversight. However, he cautioned that excessive restrictions might hinder progress.
"This presents a dilemma for governments and scientists – how to balance free AI development with necessary constraints," Ren observed.
He analogized AI governance to nuclear technology, suggesting that while continued research and development are crucial, applications should be regulated to mitigate potential risks.
Videographer: Tian Rongzhen
Frederick R Cook contributed to this report for TROIB News
