Nuclear Near Misses and AI's Illusions

This chapter explores critical historical moments that averted nuclear disaster thanks to individuals' decisions against military orders. It raises concerns about the limitations of AI in understanding complex human emotions and situations, emphasizing risks associated with its increasing integration into military and financial sectors. The conversation also addresses the biases and inaccuracies in AI outputs, urging caution in reliance on these systems and highlighting the responsibilities of users and tech companies.