AI Predicts Major Advances and Global Tensions in 2024
• AI systems might start displaying signs of more advanced reasoning and decision-making abilities. Claude.ai predicts early progress towards artificial general intelligence (AGI).
• Advances in biotechnology could lead to brain-computer interfaces and devices that "upgrade" human capabilities. Bard highlights potential for bionic limbs, exoskeletons, and brain chips.
• AI will power personalized medicine, allowing for tailored treatments based on genetics, lifestyles, etc. Bard predicts more accurate diagnoses and prevention plans.
• Election hacking and coordinated disinformation campaigns could undermine integrity of 2024 U.S. presidential election. Bard warns of cyberattacks on voting infrastructure and use of bots/deepfakes.
• Escalating tensions between U.S. and China over issues like Taiwan's sovereignty, with potential for aggressive posturing or military action from China.