The document discusses the multifaceted nature of artificial intelligence (AI) and its integration into real-world applications, emphasizing the importance of understanding what constitutes 'intelligence.' It critiques the term 'artificial intelligence,' examining the anthropomorphic tendencies in perceiving AI and highlighting the rapid advancements in technology and theories surrounding transhumanism. The author, Chris Riley, reflects on the implications of AI on society and the future, suggesting a close relationship between humans and AI, where the most advanced forms of AI may not resemble human traits.