The fallacy of the “need for speed” in AI development

What’s the rush? Asking questions for the rest of us

“With great power comes great responsibility”— Uncle Ben (Spiderman)

It appears that we, as a collective humanity, haven’t taken lessons from our past. During the dotcom boom, numerous tech entities were motivated by the creed — move fast and break things. This infamous approach, epitomized by Mark Zuckerberg, has stood as a symbol for pushing boundaries. However, this philosophy has, for some, led to a fragmentation within humanity, reflecting the “things” mentioned in Zuckerberg’s corporate credo. However, as we edge closer to an era where artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes every aspect of our existence, it’s imperative to stop and consider:

Are we repeating the same mistakes by hastening the deployment of technology without fully grasping its implications?

Today, as the race to pioneer the future of AI , the industry mantra seems to echo a relentless pursuit of speed. “The quick and the dead” appears to have morphed into the guiding philosophy for many in the AI sector, where being first to market is often prized above all else. Yet, this fervent rush raises a…