The chapter delves into the readiness of the world for AGI and the necessity for preparations like international cooperation, safety measures, and ethical considerations. It discusses the role of humans in a future with AGI and the current stage of using AI as assistive tools. The conversation also explores uncertainties, risks, and the need for proactive research on potential risks and mitigation strategies before the emergence of AGI.
This week’s episode is a conversation with Demis Hassabis, the head of Google’s artificial intelligence division. We talk about Google’s latest A.I. models, Gemini and Gemma; the existential risks of artificial intelligence; his timelines for artificial general intelligence; and what he thinks the world will look like post-A.G.I.
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