What do you, personally, think you will remember most about this interview a year from now?
I think I will remember the conversation about the role of "rules" vs "theory" in scientific progress, and the perspective of being cautious when using machine learning/AI for predictions. The discussion about needing accountability and transparency for high-stakes decisions was particularly compelling.
How do you think any aspect of the interview will affect your own future, or society's future?
I think definitely AI/ML will affect the future---I thought that the cautions raised about the potential misuse of machine learning algorithms is an important warning that I believe needs to be heeded. As AI/ML become more pervasive, developing frameworks for algorithmic accountability and transparency are crucial to ensuring these technologies are used responsibly. Ned Hall truly highlighted the need for continued research and public discourse, bringing different domains of expertise such as technology and philosophy together.