This chapter explores the long-term trend of exponential technological progress, emphasizing the need to take artificial general intelligence (AGI) seriously. It discusses the challenges and setbacks that may arise and suggests that techno-humanists should articulate a positive vision while grappling with the track record of techno-optimism.
A reading of OpenAI research scientist Richard Ngo's essay "Techno-humanism is techno-optimism for the 21st century." https://www.mindthefuture.info/p/techno-humanism-is-techno-optimism
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