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#163 – Toby Ord on the perils of maximising the good that you do

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating AI Safety and Governance

This chapter highlights recent UK government initiatives in AI safety, emphasizing the appointment of a new chair for the AI Foundation Model Task Force alongside significant funding for AI safety research. It addresses concerns about misalignment between private AI industry motivations and societal interests while advocating for broader stakeholder consultation. The discussion reflects on the urgent need for effective regulation amidst the rapid development of AI technologies and the ethical implications related to their deployment.

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