This article was automatically translated from the original Turkish version.
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is a research field aimed at developing systems capable of imitating all human cognitive abilities and applying these capabilities across diverse problem domains. Unlike narrow AI, AGI possesses the ability to learn and apply knowledge like a human, not just in specific tasks but across a wide range of problems. As a result of these advancements, hybrid systems are being developed to enhance human-machine collaboration. These systems work alongside humans, particularly in fields such as medicine, engineering, and education, serving as decision-support mechanisms and increasing productivity.
However, the development of AGI also brings significant risks and debates concerning ethics, safety, and controllability. For systems with the potential to escape human control, the “alignment problem” has emerged as a critical issue. The impact of artificial intelligence on society is causing noticeable transformations in labor structures. Changes such as the disappearance of certain professions and the emergence of new job domains are practical consequences of this shift. According to McKinsey’s projections, by 2030, up to 30 percent of jobs in some sectors are expected to be automated.
The effects of artificial intelligence extend beyond economic domains and directly influence social values such as democratic processes, privacy, and data security. Information manipulation, deepfake technologies, and targeted advertising are current examples of these threats. Therefore, international regulations are needed to govern and control AGI. The AI Act prepared by the European Union stands out as one of the first comprehensive legal frameworks in this area.
On the other hand, the role of artificial intelligence in creative fields is increasingly gaining importance. The use of models such as GPT-4 and DALL·E in areas like art, music, and literature is viewed both as a competitor and a supportive tool for human creativity. All these developments demonstrate that artificial intelligence is not merely a technological transformation but also entails a philosophical, sociological, and psychological reconfiguration. The question “What is human?” is now being explored more deeply in light of the progress of artificial intelligence.