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Avoiding the AI burnout

The Retort AI Podcast

CHAPTER

Navigating AGI: Ethics and Cultural Disconnects

This chapter explores the allure of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its implications for society, as seen through the lens of contemporary philosophical debate. The discussion critiques the obsession with AGI timelines while calling attention to the more immediate challenges faced in AI ethics and safety. It emphasizes the necessity for clear communication and understanding within the diverse AI community, highlighting the complexities of language and the socio-political stakes involved.

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