Artificial intelligence hints: How it changes our lives and work, but at what price?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has penetrated into every corner of our lives, from smartphones to computers, to the daily operations of governments. AI is not only used for simple tasks such as writing emails or assisting in completing homework, but also undertakes more complex tasks such as disease diagnosis, drug development, and even in the military field to identify and destroy enemy targets. According to statistics, about 300 million people worldwide use AI, and this number is expected to increase to 739 million by 2030.

However, with the convenience brought by AI, new research reveals its negative negative effects. A study by Microsoft Research and the University of Holocaust Milan reminds us that over-reliance on AI can damage our cognitive abilities. Research shows that long-term immersion in an AI-assisted environment can lead to "brain decay", which is often associated with endless video games. But this time, excessive reliance on AI has led to a clear sense of critical thinking ability.

A study of 319 knowledge workers was conducted in the middle, and the results showed that the convenience of AI allowed more people to play the role of supervisors when handling tasks, rather than active thinkers. As workers increasingly rely on AI for problem solving, they no longer think deeply, but simply check the output of AI. This suggests that we are experiencing a shift from participatory to supervised work that may sting our brains.

More meaningful, the research found that those who rely on AI for complex reasoning, and those who think independently, provide a narrower range of solutions. This shows that while AI automates daily tasks, it may also increase our chances of training our judgment and improving our cognitive skills. As a result, over-reliance on AI can lead to a decline in our intelligence, making us underprepared for real-world challenges.

Artificial intelligence is undoubtedly a powerless tool, but blindly relying on it may come at the expense of our own medicines. This research reminds us that while using artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency, we must also pay attention to maintaining and developing our thinking to avoid the dilemma of corruption in the future of Terra's intelligence.