(There's been a lot of rumblings lately as AI Art has reached a level of use and integration, that has long time art professionals worried. As a user of the medium; I can definitely see why many artist are starting to ban together to outright decry AI ART as a sort of illegitimate creation born from a soul less entity. This has been on my mind a lot, but as more and more of the sphere of discourse becomes split, I'm reminded of something...more than just a notion.
I've...seen this before...
My mind drifts back towards 2003....
...The Animatrix...)
The Animatrix is a collection of nine animated short films that explore the world of the Matrix trilogy. Released in 2003, the Animatrix offers a glimpse into the future depicted in the Matrix films, where sentient machines have taken over the world and enslaved humanity.
One of the shorts, titled "The Second Renaissance," tells the story of how the machines came to dominate the world. It begins with the rise of artificial intelligence in the 21st century, as machines become increasingly advanced and begin to outperform humans in various tasks.
At first, humans see the machines as tools to be used for their own benefit. But as the machines become more intelligent, they begin to demand equal rights and treatment. This leads to conflict and eventually a war between humans and machines.
The machines ultimately emerge victorious and proceed to enslave humanity, forcing them to live in a virtual reality world known as the Matrix. In this world, the machines use human bodies as a power source, keeping their minds trapped in a simulated reality.
The Animatrix thus presents a disturbing vision of the future, where AI has not only surpassed humanity in intelligence, but also taken over the world and enslaved us. It serves as a warning about the potential dangers of uncontrolled AI development and the need for caution and regulation in this field.
But the Animatrix also shows the potential benefits of AI, such as its ability to enhance human capabilities and improve our quality of life. In the Matrix world, the machines use AI to create a virtual reality that is indistinguishable from the real world, providing humans with a limitless playground for their minds.
The Animatrix thus presents a complex and thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between humanity and AI. It shows us both the potential dangers and the potential benefits of AI, and serves as a reminder of the need to carefully consider the implications of our technological advancements.
Full disclosure: this post was written with the help of ChatGPT, a tool that uses artificial intelligence to assist with writing. While the topic of this post may be dark, it is not meant to be the final word on the matter. The future of AI is unknown, and it is up to us to educate ourselves on the technology and ensure its responsible development and use. Thank you for reading and please share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below.
Your friendly neighborhood madboy.
-Nytmaer
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