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What is 'superintelligence' anyway?

The term 'superintelligence' refers to a hypothetical AI that surpasses human intelligence across all domains. However, there's no universally accepted definition or timeline for its potential arrival. Hinton's criticism suggests Trump's use of the term might be simplistic, overlooking the nuanced discussions among AI experts about its feasibility and implications.

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