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#141 – Richard Ngo on large language models, OpenAI, and striving to make the future go well

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating AI Safety and Alignment

This chapter explores the complex challenges associated with the safety and regulation of machine learning systems, highlighting misconceptions about AI behavior and the importance of aligning AI development with human values. It discusses OpenAI's strategic approaches to governance and responsible deployment, emphasizing the need for collaboration in ensuring safe advancements. The conversation also touches on the balance between empirical and theoretical pursuits in AI research, advocating for a cautious and well-informed exploration of the field.

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