Examining the dissolution of OpenAI's Super Alignment Team and the necessity of embedding safety protocols within the organization to mitigate risks of super intelligent AI systems. The chapter delves into the intricate balance between AI advancement and potential hazards, drawing comparisons to compliance challenges in various industries.
It’s been a busy week in the world of artificial intelligence. OpenAI found itself in hot water with Scarlett Johansson after launching its new chatbot, Sky, drawing comparisons to the Hollywood star’s character in the sci-fi film Her. In South Korea, the second global AI summit took place, and a report from the Alan Turing Institute explored how AI could influence elections. The Guardian’s UK technology editor, Alex Hern, tells Madeleine Finlay about what’s been happening. Help support our independent journalism at
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