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#213 – Will MacAskill on AI causing a “century in a decade” – and how we're completely unprepared

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating the AI Frontier

This chapter explores the grand challenges posed by advanced AI technologies, focusing on safety concerns, epistemic disruption, and the urgency for effective governance. It emphasizes the need for informed leadership and the establishment of norms to prevent misuse while discussing the dual opportunities and risks presented by AI advancements. The conversation highlights the transformative potential of AI in decision-making and education, alongside the necessity for broad dialogue on AI rights and its implications for society.

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