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What if Humans Weaponize Superintelligence, w/ Tom Davidson, from Future of Life Institute Podcast

"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis

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AI and Political Power Dynamics

This chapter explores the complexities of AI-enabled coups and their implications for traditional governance. It discusses how misaligned AIs can influence human decision-making and threaten democratic structures by potentially manipulating leaders. The conversation raises concerns about the balance of power, the risks of concentrated AI technologies, and the importance of oversight to prevent misuse in political contexts.

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