Jovanka von Wilsdorf on Sophia the robot and the need for compassionate AI

Did you know that in 2017, a robot named Sophia was granted Saudi Arabian citizenship, becoming the first robot to receive legal personhood in any country?In this conversation, Jovanka v. Wilsdorf discusses her role as musical director at Hansen Robotics, and her work with Sophia the Robot. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity in creativity, the need for compassion in AI development, and the Diana AI Song Contest that encourages musicians to explore AI tools in songwriting. The discussion highlights the evolving relationship between musicians and AI, advocating for a collaborative approach that enhances creativity rather than replacing it. Jovanka von Wilsdorf is a creative consultant, the founder of the DIANA AI Song Contest and the musical Director at Hanson Robotics.