11min chapter

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A brief history of extinction panics

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

Navigating Existential Threats Posed by AI and Technology

The chapter explores concerns around AI evolving into a superintelligence that could threaten humanity, emphasizing the democratization of risks associated with advanced AI. It delves into the energy consumption of AI operations, the potential benefits of AI in combating climate change, and the risks of superintelligence. Additionally, the discussion addresses deep fake technology, the importance of individuals like Elon Musk in highlighting existential risks, and the necessity of government intervention in managing these threats.

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