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In Defense of AI Doomerism (Robert Wright & Liron Shapira)

The Wright Show

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Resignations and Safety Concerns at OpenAI

Exploring recent resignations and firings at OpenAI related to AI safety concerns, including the departures of key figures such as the chief scientist and head of super alignment. The chapter discusses the history of top safety experts leaving OpenAI to create a more safety-centered AI lab, raising alarms about the significant risks associated with AI technology, such as potential extinction. It highlights the increasing worry within the AI community regarding safety implications, emphasizing the need for a shift in perspective to address the intractable nature of the AI safety problem.

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