Is the evolution of Artificial Intelligence threatening humanity?

CAIRO – 28 February 2018: Who would have ever imaged that a small drone, one small enough and unthreatening enough to sit amongst our children's toys, could pose a risk to the whole of humanity. The rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) makes this a near possibility, and one that could threaten the essence of human morality. A simulation of what micro-drones could do if assigned for killing was used in an international campaign to raise awareness against AI threats, calling international organizations including the United Nations to take serious actions. The simulation was part of a seven-minute fictional video released by the Future of Life Institute and University of California-Berkeley's Professor Stuart Russell. Photo of Slaughterbots – YouTube/Future of Life Institute and University of California-Berkeley Professor Stuart Russel "They used to say guns don't kill people, people do. They get emotional, disobey orders, and aim high. Let's watch the weapons take the decisions," the lecturer said in the video before displaying the killing simulation.