AI, Continuous Innovation, and the Mind | Dr. Amer Al Rawas | TEDxThaqafah St

AI Impact on Cognitive Function - AI tools can reduce brain activity during tasks, with one study showing a 40% reduction when using tools like ChatGPT [6] - Over-reliance on AI may diminish our ability to create and write independently [3][4] - The speaker advocates for a "mental gym" to counteract the cognitive laziness induced by AI dependence [10] Historical Parallels and Solutions - Humanity has historically used mental power to enhance physical capabilities, leading to the development of tools and machines [7] - The second industrial revolution led to physical inactivity, which was addressed through physical exercise and gyms [8][9] - Mental gyms should include tools that invoke curiosity, imagination, analysis, prediction, and decision-making [10][11] Responsibility and Future - Developing mental fitness tools is a collective responsibility of individuals, groups, and society, including parents, schools, universities, and workplaces [12][13] - Technology should be used to improve collaboration and keep humans ahead of technology [15] - The future belongs to humans who maintain their mental fitness, and AI should enhance, not diminish, human potential [14][15]