Varela International Symposium 2024: Sentience and Intelligence (4A of 6)

This is Evan’s part of the two lectures given by Evan Thompson and Kristin Andrews delve into the concept of life as sensemaking and its implications for artificial intelligence (AI) and consciousness. The speakers discuss the importance of embodiment, organizational closure, and autonomy in living systems. They explore the unique characteristics of living systems and their relationship with the environment. The discussion also covers topics such as the limitations of AI systems, the ethical implications of assuming all life is sentient, and the power dynamics in AI. Additionally, the conversation delves into understanding consciousness in animals and the need for a secure theory of consciousness. To access the resources page for this program, please sign up by clicking here.