For years we’ve had the Turing Test … measuring AI’s ability to mimic being human. But is that really the right benchmark?

In this TechFirst, host John Koetsier chats with a computer scientist who has been working in AI for more than a decade. He’s currently VP strategy at Intuition Robotics, which makes an AI-powered robotic care companion for the elderly called ElliQ

His name is Assaf Gad, and we talk about intelligence, AI and OI (organic intelligence), as well as how smart machines like ElliQ engage with people.

00:00 Introduction to AI and Machine Intelligence

00:57 Defining Machine Intelligence

02:01 The Role of Memory in AI

04:20 Human Interaction and AI Design

06:32 ElliQ: The AI Care Companion

11:02 Proactive AI and User Experience

13:22 Challenges and Solutions for Elderly Care

17:34 The Future of AI and Multiple Intelligences

20:53 Ethical Considerations and Control in AI

23:07 Impact of ElliQ on Social Isolation and Independence

27:42 Technical Aspects and AI Integration

29:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts