Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Hollywood legend and star of the iconic “Terminator” franchise, recently claimed that the future of artificial intelligence (AI) technology predicted in the films has “become a reality”. During a Los Angeles event honoring the 75-year-old Austrian-born actor and his limited edition photo book, Schwarzenegger remarked on the similarities between today’s real-world AI technology and the AI portrayed in the 80s action epic he starred in.
He claimed that “Today, everyone is frightened of it, of where this is gonna go. And in this movie, in ‘Terminator,’ we talk about the machines becoming self-aware and they take over”. Although the future predicted in the “Terminator” franchise hasn’t quite dawned, Schwarzenegger insisted during the event that AI seems to have reached points close to what Cameron envisioned in the science fiction film.
Schwarzenegger’s comments come at a time when AI is at the center of a huge debate in Hollywood and other industries surrounding the technology’s use. While some, like Tesla CEO Elon Musk, have warned of the dangers of AI and its potential to “put us under strict controls,” others have praised its potential to revolutionize industries and improve lives. Despite the differing opinions, it’s clear that AI is rapidly advancing and becoming more integrated into our daily lives.
Schwarzenegger’s remarks serve as a reminder of the power of science fiction to predict and shape the future of technology. As AI continues to evolve and become more prevalent, it’s important to consider the potential consequences and benefits of this rapidly advancing technology.
