Consciousness and Generative Artificial Intelligence. An Integrative Review of Philosophical, Empirical, and Contemplative Perspectives
The arrival of generative artificial intelligence systems capable of fluent language, plausible images, and seemingly thoughtful responses has reignited a question in urgent terms: can a machine be conscious? This integrative review brings together philosophical argument, empirical evidence from psychology and neuroscience, and contemplative perspectives drawn from Buddhist thought to examine...