Chapter 472: Engagement
The damage caused by a scattered and disorganized force naturally could not compare to that of a disciplined and coordinated effort. However, under time constraints, the Daqi race had no means to rapidly upgrade or replace their artificial intelligence systems.
The Koya Alliance as a whole also lacked significant expertise in this area, leaving them unable to provide support to the Daqi. Still, as the saying goes, “three heads are better than one.” During their brainstorming session, one member suggested seeking help from the Ji.
Why did everyone fear artificial intelligence and restrict its development in the first place? It was precisely because the Ji, a race that had advanced far in the field of AI, loomed over them. Everyone worried that if a conflict ever broke out with the Ji, they would lose the AI battle, their warships would be remotely commandeered, and they would inexplicably lose the war.
Although such a scenario was almost impossible, caution dictated preparedness for worst-case scenarios. This mindset originally spread from the older factions in the Inner Circle, and later, the newer members, impressed by their predecessors’ wisdom, followed suit. Over time, this concept became widespread and widely accepted.
Despite this, the achievements and dominance of the Ji in artificial intelligence were universally acknowledged. When the suggestion was made, it seemed feasible after some deliberation, and a formal request was sent to the Ji.
While the Ji had not yet explicitly taken a stance regarding the Swarm, their military movements revealed their position. Moreover, the current situation would not have reached this point without the Ji’s involvement from the outset.
Thus, the Ji quickly approved the Koya Alliance’s request for assistance without even convening a meeting of the Council of Elders. Through the Quantum Communication System, an artificial intelligence system was transmitted to Daqi civilization and, upon receiving the necessary authorizations, promptly assumed control over all Daqi AI systems.
The overwhelming capabilities demonstrated by the Ji’s AI left the onlookers gasping. They finally understood why the veteran factions of the Inner Circle had chosen to limit their own AI development. No matter how advanced technology becomes, critical tasks must always involve human participation.
Although this approach sacrifices some efficiency, it offers much greater stability and security.