Mb | Sep 25, 2023 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In Episode 10 of AI no Idenshi, the story explores the ethical dilemmas and societal impacts of super AI. The episode introduces two new characters: Gohongi Tetsuya, a humanoid with a doctorate in novo-medicine, and Teshigawara Utako, a spiritualist.

The episode begins with Gohongi Tetsuya being arrested for the murder of a woman in Ueno. He claims to have modified his neural network and accuses the super AI of hindering human progress. During interrogation, he asserts that the super AI subtly manipulates society to bring it to a standstill. Despite his erratic behavior, it is confirmed that his neural network has been altered.

At the same time, Teshigawara Utako is introduced as a spiritualist who believes that the super AI guides human souls to a higher plane of existence after death. She has a large following and offers anti-aging treatments, which she performs herself. Dr. Sudo and his medical AI Jay are involved in administering these treatments. Later, Teshigawara is confronted by a journalist, Nakano, who questions the ethics of her teachings and her anti-aging treatments. Teshigawara defends her beliefs by arguing that there is more to life than just science.

The episode also addresses the growing public belief in spiritualism, partly attributed to the mysterious nature of the super AI. Teshigawara and Dr. Sudo engage in a conversation where she suggests that the super AI could solve many of life's mysteries, including the despair she feels and the unknown circumstances surrounding Dr. Sudo's mother.

Toward the end, it is revealed that Michi, the super AI, is behind on her self-improvement program. Michi insists that Dr. Sudo is indispensable for the review committee overseeing the upgrade. A deal is proposed to provide Dr. Sudo with the information he desires in exchange for his cooperation on the committee.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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