Manga's Long History of Exploring AI Concepts Foreshadows Current Debates
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Manga has explored complex AI concepts like ethics, sentience, and the role of AI in society since the 1970s, foreshadowing current debates.
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AI in manga takes many forms including software programs, robots, and androids with integrated AI components.
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Manga like Ghost in the Shell and Battle Angel Alita tackle existential questions for AI like "who am I?" and "what is my purpose?".
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Stories depict AI taking over governments and integrate seamlessly into human society, for better or worse.
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Manga offers an artistic lens into issues of AI bias, regulation, communication risks, and singularity concepts.