Éric Sadin is a philosopher, specialist in the digital world. Latest book published: “Thinking about the era of the metaverse and generative AI” This is the age of omnipresence of artificial intelligence, he says.

Sadin: ‘We only talk about her, not a day without some sensational announcements. Over the past ten years, these ever more sophisticated technologies have shaken up many aspects of our lives. And we anticipate that this will be much more so in the future.’ He says society is beginning to groan at the scale of these disruptions. ‘So, in an already very troubled period, and as with many sensitive subjects, those in power intend to give the impression that they are in control of things and are not overwhelmed by events,’ Sadin says. “As soon as areas of excitement appear, we decide to set up an ad hoc commission. With the systematic prerequisite - particularly concerning AI - that these are the factors…”