In the thought experiment, AI has evolved to become teleportation in September 2035
It is initially an unreliable and expensive method of transport, but becomes more efficient and affordable over time
There are benefits of the new technology, including saving time and lowering pollution
However, it also has some negative effects, such as a loss of serendipity, a decline in physical activity, and changes in social interactions
The invention of AGI teleporters could fundamentally change landscapes, social life, and health.
There is a caution against the rapid adoption of AI and the consideration of the indirect consequences of AI on everyday life, following the philosophy of Albert Borgmann’s “technology and the character of everyday life”.
It is important to be mindful of the need for friction in daily life and to consider the unintended consequences of AI’s efficiency improvements.
This may involve designing AI systems that intentionally introduce targeted friction, akin to adding a ‘virtual commute’ when working from home.