Episode #27 | Borhane Blili-Hamelin | Rethinking Intelligence in the Age of AI
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In this thought-provoking episode of The Only Constant, host Lasse Rindom speaks with AI risk expert and philosopher Borhane Blili-Hamelin about the complex challenges and opportunities presented by AI. Drawing from his unique background spanning philosophy, social science, and AI auditing, Borhane offers nuanced perspectives on: The multifaceted nature of intelligence and AI risk, involving both descriptive and normative elementsWhy the tension between innovation and risk management in AI development is a false dichotomyChallenges in evaluating AI systems, especially generative models, and the importance of context-specific assessmentHow AI could reshape fundamental aspects of society, from journalism and democracy to artistic creation, presenting both risks and potential benefitsThis wide-ranging conversation explores philosophical and practical considerations around AI, offering a thoughtful perspective on navigating the ongoing AI revolution.    Do you want to learn more about Borhane Blili-Hamelin? Dr. Borhane Blili-Hamelin is an AI ethics researcher and consultant dedicated to mitigating sociotechnical AI harm. He develops practical strategies for AI governance, risk assessments, responsible disclosure, and audits. His research explores leveraging red-teaming to empower communities, creates AI auditing and governance frameworks, and critiques practices like benchmarks and concepts like AGI. His workshops to empower cross-disciplinary collaboration in responsible AI have been featured at FAccT, RightsCon, and Mozilla Festival. He holds a PhD in philosophy from Columbia University. Borhane is an officer at the AI Risk and Vulnerability Alliance, an affiliate at Data & Society, and a senior consultant at BABL AI.
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