AI will not change humans, says 'Ghost in the Shell' creator
Masamune Shirow's sci-fi manga universe is thriving 40 years after his debut
Masamune Shirow's seminal manga "Ghost in the Shell" explores the intersection of technology and humanity through the story of Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg special forces officer. (©Shirow Masamune/Kodansha)
RYOHTAROH SATOH
TOKYO -- As society stands on the brink of a technological revolution, the influence of artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly visible across all aspects of life -- from the economy and culture to our daily routines. Experts and industry leaders are deeply engaged in debates about AI's future, contemplating whether it will surpass human intelligence, a theme long explored in classic science fiction.
It is perhaps no surprise, then, that Masamune Shirow's 1989 manga classic "Ghost in the Shell" -- which presents a scientifically coherent future vision of the relationship between humans and AI -- is enjoying a resurgence in popularity.
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