Kochi: The human brain is immensely powerful and holds infinite possibilities, and it is human creativity that will always stay ahead of technology, said noted thinker and scientist Ethiran Kathiravan. He was speaking on the topic “When the Brain and the Computer Converge” at the Summit of Future, organised by Jain University.
Kathiravan said the human mind cannot be easily defeated, as it possesses extraordinary strength. While underlining that chips will shape the future world, he pointed out that a time is approaching when paralysis can be treated using chips implanted in the brain. In the future, chips to enhance memory will also become a reality, enabling rapid intellectual development.
However, he cautioned that such “standardisation,” where everyone gains identical knowledge and intelligence, could negatively affect the education sector. This could even lead to the disappearance of schools and colleges and reduce the need for teachers, eroding diversity in learning and thought.
He explained that this technology could replace damaged parts of the brain, transfer thoughts directly, and collect information. While these developments are astonishing, the possibility of thoughts being stolen and computers controlling humans is deeply concerning. Yet, he noted that today’s dreams are tomorrow’s realities, and imagination has always shaped human life.
Artificial intelligence, he added, functions on the creativity humans provide. The future, therefore, belongs to those with imagination. By 2050, he predicted massive changes in employment, while 97 million traditional jobs may disappear, 160 million new opportunities will emerge for creative individuals.
No matter how advanced technology becomes, the human touch and creativity will remain indispensable, he said. Urging the youth to shed superstitions and embrace scientific temper, he called for greater participation in politics and democratic processes, reminding that humanity has the strength to adapt and overcome change.
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