I think human-machine teaming or human-AI collaboration requires some interface, either invasive or otherwise, but one which enables two-way communication. For biological organisms, symbiotic relationships are possible through sensory-motor interactions.
The key is symbiosis, otherwise one becomes a parasite on the other. If the AI is a superior entity, then what can a human offer it? The current set of AI capabilities don’t need any answers for that question, but it is important to at least consider if the goal is to enable autonomous and self-aware AGI.
The current set of AI capabilities don’t require APIs for human interactions, but for development. People need more touch-based, and vision-based AI interaction tools because that’s how smart phones or the internet (browsers) took off.
Thank you for your insightful response! I completely agree that effective human-AI collaboration hinges on a robust interface that enables meaningful two-way communication. Whether through sensory-motor interactions or more abstract cognitive interfaces, achieving a truly symbiotic relationship is crucial.
The question of what humans can offer to AI—especially in the context of autonomous, self-aware AGI—is an important one. While today’s AI doesn’t yet necessitate human input in the way a biological symbiont might, there’s still immense value in human intuition, ethical reasoning, creativity, and the ability to frame problems in ways AI cannot. Of course, the world I envision is one where humans are still our priority and the world is shaped to maximise for human happiness. It definitely is not the current state.
Even a superior AI (in some domains) could still benefit from human collaboration, not just as an input provider but as a co-evolving counterpart.
Your point about AI interaction tools is particularly compelling. Historically, technologies that seamlessly integrate into human habits—touch, vision, natural language—have seen widespread adoption. AI needs interfaces that lower friction and increase accessibility, much like how smartphones and browsers revolutionized digital interactions.
AI-human collaboration is at a critical juncture. As AI agents increasingly integrate into our digital workflows, I’ve been thinking about a fundamental challenge they face: the disconnect between how humans interact with software and how AI systems access it. Most application APIs are designed for data exchange, not for mimicking human interaction patterns. This gap is preventing AI from truly enhancing our productivity in the ways we’ve imagined. The solution might lie in an unexpected place: accessibility APIs, which could revolutionize how AI understands and navigates human-centered interfaces.
I think human-machine teaming or human-AI collaboration requires some interface, either invasive or otherwise, but one which enables two-way communication. For biological organisms, symbiotic relationships are possible through sensory-motor interactions.
The key is symbiosis, otherwise one becomes a parasite on the other. If the AI is a superior entity, then what can a human offer it? The current set of AI capabilities don’t need any answers for that question, but it is important to at least consider if the goal is to enable autonomous and self-aware AGI.
The current set of AI capabilities don’t require APIs for human interactions, but for development. People need more touch-based, and vision-based AI interaction tools because that’s how smart phones or the internet (browsers) took off.
Thank you for your insightful response! I completely agree that effective human-AI collaboration hinges on a robust interface that enables meaningful two-way communication. Whether through sensory-motor interactions or more abstract cognitive interfaces, achieving a truly symbiotic relationship is crucial.
The question of what humans can offer to AI—especially in the context of autonomous, self-aware AGI—is an important one. While today’s AI doesn’t yet necessitate human input in the way a biological symbiont might, there’s still immense value in human intuition, ethical reasoning, creativity, and the ability to frame problems in ways AI cannot. Of course, the world I envision is one where humans are still our priority and the world is shaped to maximise for human happiness. It definitely is not the current state.
Even a superior AI (in some domains) could still benefit from human collaboration, not just as an input provider but as a co-evolving counterpart.
Your point about AI interaction tools is particularly compelling. Historically, technologies that seamlessly integrate into human habits—touch, vision, natural language—have seen widespread adoption. AI needs interfaces that lower friction and increase accessibility, much like how smartphones and browsers revolutionized digital interactions.
Curious to hear your thoughts ...
AI-human collaboration is at a critical juncture. As AI agents increasingly integrate into our digital workflows, I’ve been thinking about a fundamental challenge they face: the disconnect between how humans interact with software and how AI systems access it. Most application APIs are designed for data exchange, not for mimicking human interaction patterns. This gap is preventing AI from truly enhancing our productivity in the ways we’ve imagined. The solution might lie in an unexpected place: accessibility APIs, which could revolutionize how AI understands and navigates human-centered interfaces.