Podcast: Moravec’s paradox, why AI excel in certain task and fail in other

The blog goes deep into Moravec’s paradox, a fascinating paradox that challenges our assumptions about what AI can and cannot do.
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In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), there’s a fascinating paradox that challenges our assumptions about what machines can and cannot do. It’s called Moravec’s paradox, and it reveals a surprising truth: tasks we humans find easy, like recognizing a friend’s face or tying our shoelaces, are incredibly difficult for AI. Conversely, tasks we perceive as complex, like calculating pi to a million digits or playing chess at a grandmaster level, are a breeze for AI.
Moravec’s paradox serves as a humbling reminder that the quest for artificial intelligence is not simply about building machines that can outsmart us at games or calculations. It’s about understanding the nuances of human cognition, the intricate dance of perception, intuition, and adaptability that allows us to navigate the complexities of the real world. 

*Podcast created with the help of AI.