The AGI Dilemma: Opportunities and Risks

Mo Gawdat is the former Chief Business Officer at Google X, an AI expert, and a best-selling author. He has been recognized for his early whistleblowing on AI's unregulated development and has become one of the most globally consulted experts on the topic. With years of experience in tech, he’s now dedicated to helping the world understand how AI is evolving and what it means for humanity.

In this episode, we sat down at Mo's home to have a deep conversation about AI. Mo⁠breaks down the rapid development of AI and its impact on our lives. We explore how AI is going to change industries, markets, and human connection. This conversation challenges us to think critically about the role of AI and what it means to be human in a world driven by technology.

Episode 64 Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:04:52 Mo’s First Aha Moment With AI

00:10:26 This is When Mo Realized AI Became Smarter Than Expected

00:19:12 Mo Explains How the AI Mind Actually Learns

00:23:51 The Truth About AI Bias & Manipulation

00:30:42 The Real Reason Why Humans Create Life-Threatening Technology

00:38:40 Mo Explains Who Controls AI (It’s Actually Controlling YOU)

00:46:46 The Reality of the World We’ve Built (Scary TRUTH)

00:50:24 THIS is What YOU Need to Do to Know the Truth

00:55:23 Understanding The Dystopian vs. Utopian AI Future (GET READY)

01:00:12 Mo Explains The Prisoner’s Dilemma of AI Dev (We Are F*cked)

01:07:50 This is How The TOP 1% Will Take Advantage of AI (Must Watch)

01:12:47 YOU Need These Skills to Succeed in The AI Era

01:15:54 Mo Explains The Importance of Mastering Human Connection

01:18:11 Will AI Ever Become Conscious? What Is Consciousness?

01:25:11 The Truth About AI: Is It Alive? Can AI Feel?

01:34:31 How AI Will Reshape Creativity, Work & Wealth (Must Watch)

01:43:04 Mo Describes How AI Will Have the Power of God

01:51:07 Redefining Your Purpose in The AI Era (There’s Hope)

01:57:16 Mo’s Final Warning & Hope for Humanity

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