Bangladesh, Feb. 27 -- The idea that artificial intelligence (AI) poses a threat to humanity is relatively new. It has been present in ethical debates, media and public discourse for around half a century now. Movies such as “The Terminator” or “The Matrix”, which started out as action blockbusters, are now viewed more through the lens of philosophical controversy, particularly as advanced AI is becoming increasingly integrated with our lives. AI chatbots are rapidly evolving and replacing traditional online interactions, creating a form of dependency unlike anything weve ever seen before. Whats more, even people who grew up before the Information/Digital Age are getting accustomed to AI at an alarming pace.

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