Michael Pollan says AI may 'think' — but it will never be conscious

"Consciousness is under siege," says author Michael Pollan. His new book, A World Appears, explores consciousness on both a personal and technological level. (Image credit: Christopher Michel) "Consciousness is under siege," says author Michael Pollan. His new book, A World Appears, explores consciousness on both a personal and technological level. "Consciousness is under siege," says author Michael Pollan.

His new book, A World Appears, explores consciousness on both a personal and technological level.