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Ludlow House, 139 Ludlow St
Apr 07 (Tue) , 2026 @ 06:00 PM
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Can AI Achieve Consciousness?

As artificial intelligence becomes more sophisticated, weaving itself into the fabric of our daily lives, one of the most profound questions of our time emerges: Can a machine ever be conscious?

This salon is a conversation about AI, consciousness, & what it means to be human in a technological age.

We'll will grapple with the elusive nature of consciousness itself. What does it mean to be aware? To have subjective experience? Is consciousness simply a complex computation, or is there something more?

We will explore the landscape of AI-how it is built, how we use it, & where its capabilities end. How is our relationship with technology shaping our own human experience & sense of self?

Useful resource for our discussion:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXlxCOoNZ7E&t=469s
Our discussion will be anchored by Federico Faggin's radical hypothesis-that consciousness is not a product of the universe, but fundamental to it, & the idea that the cosmos itself may be self-aware.

This salon is a space to explore how our lives & experiences are evolving in a world increasingly dominated by intelligent technology. Bring your curiosity, your questions, & an open mind.

This event is hosted by Pearl Social, a curated community for intellectuals. Members get priority RSVP.
https://www.pearlsocialapp.com/
 
 
 
 
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