Ten years later, in 1999, I wrote 'The Age of Spiritual Machines,' asserting that computers would not only develop minds like humans but also possess consciousness and spirituality by 2029.

The singularity, which is the point where AI surpasses human intelligence, is expected to occur around 2045, but advancements in AI are happening rapidly.

The exponential growth of technology is mind-boggling, and it fundamentally changes how we perceive advancements in computing and AI.

By 2045, we will have merged with technology, achieving a level of intelligence and capability that is currently unimaginable.

The exponential increase in computational power is driving advancements in AI, leading to significant improvements in technology and capabilities, and the law of accelerating returns indicates that technological progress, including AI, continues to advance exponentially, as evidenced by a chart I found 45 years ago.

The future will see a blend of human and AI capabilities, where technology is not just a tool but an extension of ourselves, enhancing our lives and decision-making processes. Software grows exponentially because it feeds on itself, creating a positive feedback loop.

In 1989, I published 'The Age of Intelligent Machines,' predicting that computers would soon mimic the human mind and lead to artificial general intelligence.

My book 'The Singularity is Near' projected that AGI would occur by 2029, a prediction that is now considered conservative by many experts.

We are likely to see AI surpass human intelligence by 2029, with capabilities that will allow it to perform tasks beyond human ability.