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Jeff Hawkins: Thousand Brains Theory of Intelligence

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Exploring the Intersection of Evil and Competence in Catastrophic Technologies

This chapter examines the complexities of catastrophic technologies like nuclear weapons and AI, arguing that truly malicious individuals who can use them effectively are rare. It also highlights historical precedents of disasters, suggesting that while they can be tragic, total annihilation requires both extreme coordination and intent.

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