AI | Consciousness | Machine Learning 

Consciousness refers to the ability to have subjective experiences and self-awareness. In the context of AI:
AI systems, including machine learning models, are not conscious. They lack awareness, feelings, and subjective experiences, which are fundamental components of consciousness.
Machine learning models are sophisticated pattern recognizers that process data and generate outputs based on learned patterns but without awareness or understanding of what they are doing.
Some philosophers and AI researchers speculate that creating "artificial consciousness" may be possible in the future, but this is largely theoretical and involves both technical and philosophical challenges.