Imagine a world where children and adults can significantly improve their cognitive abilities, simply by interacting with AI-powered toys and tools. Recent studies have sparked controversy, suggesting that AI interactions can have a detrimental effect on cognitive skills. But what if I told you that decades of research have demonstrated the opposite? That, in fact, AI can powerfully increase human IQ?
Research has shown that enrichment strategies can lead to IQ gains of up to 28 points in children, and 20 points in as few as 20 days. This is not limited to children; adults can also benefit from AI-powered cognitive training, with gains of up to 19 points over 4 years, and 5 points in just 19 days.
So, what’s the secret? It’s all about specifically training AIs to help people learn to reason better. The evidence strongly suggests that both children and adults can powerfully increase their IQ by interacting with AI-powered tools and toys.
But what about the recent studies claiming otherwise? Upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that these studies are flawed, relying on self-reported measures, convenience sampling, and speculative conclusions. In contrast, the evidence from decades of research is clear: AI has the potential to unlock human potential.
The first developers to create these IQ-enhancing toys and adult tools will likely earn billions of dollars by being first to market. It’s an exciting time for AI and cognitive development, and I’m eager to see how this technology will shape our future.