Musician will.i.am recently shared his experiences and insights into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its intersection with music. He credits computers with his career, having been introduced to AI in the early 21st century, and has since used it for sound and video production, even incorporating it into his work with the Beats company. He noted that the once far-fetched idea of communicating with computers through language, rather than programming, is now a reality.
The musician's fascination with AI led him to bring a prototype of the technology to his band in 2010, hinting at the emerging technology's potential. His interest in AI also led him to invest in companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic, and he is now the CEO of FYI. AI.
Will.i.am believes that AI has the potential to revolutionize the music industry, making it more personalized and less vicarious. Imagine a future where AI can create music that reflects an individual's unique experiences, rather than generic themes. However, he emphasizes the importance of data ownership, comparing personal data to the nervous or digestive system, which cannot be traded or sold.
The musician is also passionate about preparing the next generation for the AI revolution. He founded the College Track foundation in 2008, which started with 65 students and has grown to 13,000, many of whom are interested in computer science.
Will.i.am sees the current era as a new renaissance, with artificial intelligence poised to change the way we solve disease and tackle climate change. It calls for the development of empathetic and friendly AI, recognizing the potential for job displacement and the need for people to feel loved and cared for. He concludes by praising the engineers and innovators who have been working on AI “in the shadows” and expresses his optimism for the future.
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