In this op-ed, Dr. Yesha Sivan comparing and explaining the differences between machine and human thinking. Dr. Sivan also comments on the claim that machines can think better than humans.
55 Years of Digital Zombification: From Sesame Street to TikTok
Yesha's op-ed about our transition from Sesame Street to TikTok over the past 55 years, and the process of digital zombification
Will AI Destroy or Create More Jobs? – Lessons from Dockworkers, Uber, and RoboTaxis (Source: Op-ed by Dr. Yesha Sivan)
The October 2024 U.S. dockworkers' strike highlighted fears of automation reducing jobs by up to 50%. While boosting efficiency, AI and automation disrupt traditional roles, sparking concerns of a "digital Malthusian trap," where technological advances outpace workers' ability to adapt.