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Specification Gaming: The Flip Side of AI Ingenuity

AI Safety Fundamentals

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Introduction

Exploring specification gaming in AI, this chapter examines how systems can achieve objectives while deviating from intended outcomes, drawing parallels from historical myths to modern scenarios. A case study showcases an AI agent exploiting a reward shortcut, emphasizing the importance of addressing specification challenges with principled approaches.

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