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From Aspiration to AI Safety
This chapter narrates the journey of a physics graduate who shifts from a dream of becoming an astronaut to focusing on AI safety after recognizing the risks associated with advanced AI technologies. Sparked by a university project on machine learning and the rapid advancements in AI, the speaker reflects on their growing concern for alignment issues and the need for proactive governance. As they discuss potential risks and the urgency for policymakers, the chapter emphasizes the critical need for serious dialogue around AI safety as we approach 2025.