In Its Latest Issue: Technology and Thought Magazine Raises a Philosophical Question About Machine Consciousness
Riyadh, April 30, 2025 – In its latest issue, Technology and Thought magazine published a thought-provoking article titled “Can Machines Think? A Philosophical Look at the Limits of Artificial Intelligence”, in which the author explores the complex relationship between human thought and artificial intelligence from a philosophical perspective that delves into concepts of consciousness and perception.
The article highlights the distinction between data processing by machines and the conscious thinking that characterizes human beings, referencing key thinkers such as Alan Turing and John Searle. It also discusses the famous “Chinese Room” thought experiment, which questions whether intelligent systems can truly understand, no matter how advanced they become.
The article suggests that the rapid progress in AI requires us to reconsider how we define “thinking”, asking: Is outward performance enough to determine real thought? Or does the absence of self-awareness confine machines to mere simulation?
This article comes amid growing global interest in AI and its impact on society, as machines increasingly participate in fields like healthcare, education, and creative arts—raising new philosophical and ethical challenges