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A recently resurfaced video clip from a 2001 BBC Knowledge program offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing experts’ predictions about the future of artificial intelligence. Titled “Knowledge Talks: The Turing Test,” the program, moderated by Simon Singh, gathered thought leaders from fields like computer science, neuroscience, and cybernetics to debate the question of whether machines will eventually exceed human intelligence. The discussion highlights the potential ramifications of such a development for humanity. The clip was shared and discussed on Reddit’s r/artificial intelligence, igniting fresh interest in these turn-of-the-millennium perspectives. It can be found here: https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1o5crlr/2001_the_future_of_artificial_intelligence/