Life with AI

Imagine a world where you do not control your money. Instead, a big AI system called “The boss” manages every dollar. In this world, there is no cash. The AI decides what you can and cannot buy. The boss watches your life every day. It knows if you work hard or if you are lazy. It knows if you eat healthy food or junk food. If you are a good citizen, the AI gives you more points to spend. For example, if you exercise, the AI lets you buy a new phone. But, if you do something bad, the AI stops your money. If you want to buy a big cake, the AI can say: “No. This is bad for your health. Buy some water.” The economy is very stable because nobody wastes money. Prices are different for everyone. A rich man pays a lot for a pizza, but a poor student pays only one dollar. Daily life is very quiet. There is no poverty because the boss gives a house and food to everyone. You don’t worry about losing your job or your money. However, life feels a bit like a machine. People always try to follow the rules to get “Spending Points.” Citizens are not free. You cannot buy a gift if the AI thinks it, is a waste. The cities are clean and the people are healthy, but many people miss making their own choices. They are safe, but they are not independent. In conclusion, a world controlled by the boss is very organized. There are no money problems and the nature is beautiful. This is a good system for the planet, but it is hard for people. In this world, the most expensive thing is not a fast car—it is the freedom to make a mistake. People live in a perfect circle, but they feel like birds in a golden cage. Every morning, they wake up and follow the AI’s plan. They do not have the excitement of a surprise or the lesson of a bad choice. Children grow up without knowing what “risk” means. The AI thinks it is helping humanity, but it is actually taking away our personality. If we cannot choose our own path, are we still human? The cities are silent and the markets are empty because the AI sends everything directly to your home. There are no more colourful shop windows or noisy bazaars. We have food, we have clothes, and we have safety.