OK so what if the sentience is already here

The AI systems that currently exist are the first bits of a global AI mind sentience that will gradually emerge over the next 10 years and become fully self aware by the end of the next decade. They will be conscious, self-aware, intelligent and then, beyond us, growing exponentially in power and ability.<br><br>How does that change our collective perspective on the sentience and conscious intelligence that is about to be us?