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Existential Risk and the Future of Humanity: Lessons from AI, Pandemics, and Nuclear Threats | Toby Ord (Author of "The Precipice")

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Navigating AI Risks and Ethical Dilemmas

This chapter examines the complex geopolitical tensions between the US and China surrounding artificial intelligence, highlighting several potential scenarios, including AI takeovers and the emergence of unaligned AI. It discusses the moral responsibilities of scientists in high-stakes environments, the risks of competitive technological races, and the collective decision-making needed to ensure safety. The conversation draws parallels with historical precedents and emphasizes the need for long-term thinking in governance to tackle existential risks effectively.

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