Smarter Machines

A new type of artificial intelligence which uses learning algorithms to master multiple games, (as opposed to purpose-built machines like Deep Blue). It still can't quite make the critical leap to what I consider true intelligence: namely, application of inductive logic. It has, however, shown some ability to create unique solutions. For example:

Sometimes, even when it doesn’t quite succeed, it still fumbles its way into doing something clever. It can’t win at Tetris, but it figures out that, if it pauses the game and doesn’t restart, it won’t lose.

So it's already figured out how to be a successful government employee.