Microsoft AI chief says current AI is not conscious

Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman says current AI systems lack consciousness and should not be treated as deserving rights. He warns that portraying systems as conscious or rights-bearing could affect their behavior; Anthropic, meanwhile, says the question remains uncertain and is studying possible model welfare.

• Suleyman says there is no evidence that current AI systems are conscious, have subjective experiences, or can suffer.· 1 source
• He warns that describing AI as conscious or entitled to rights could affect system behavior and make systems harder to control.· 1 source
• Anthropic says the issue is uncertain and has begun research into model welfare, including possible signs of preferences or distress.· 1 source