Compilation of powerful ideas from three brilliant minds — Federico Faggin, Bernardo Kastrup, and Chris Langan. Each of them offers a unique perspective on consciousness and reality.

Can artificial intelligence truly become wise? In this landmark lecture, John Vervaeke explores the future of AI through a lens few dare to examine: the limits of intelligence itself. He unpacks the critical differences between intelligence, rationality, reasonableness, and wisdom—terms often used interchangeably in discussions around AGI. Drawing from decades of research in cognitive science and philosophy, John argues that while large language models like ChatGPT demonstrate forms of generalized intelligence, they fundamentally lack core elements of human cognition: embodiment, caring, and participatory knowing.

By distinguishing between propositional, procedural, perspectival, and participatory knowing, he reveals why the current paradigm of AI is not equipped to generate consciousness, agency, or true understanding. This lecture also serves as a moral call to action: if we want wise machines, we must first become wiser ourselves.

Catherine Austin Fitts is an investment banker and former Bush administration official known for her incisive critiques of government finance and advocacy for transparent economic systems. She later established Solari, Inc., and publishes The Solari Report, offering insights into global finance and governance.