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Will AI destroy civilization in the near future? (with Connor Leahy)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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The Complex Risks of Advanced AI

This chapter analyzes the misconceptions surrounding the controllability of AI systems, highlighting the decreasing reliability of 'off switches' as technology becomes more embedded in society. It examines the opaque nature of neural networks and the potential dangers they pose, emphasizing issues such as the 'black box problem' and the risk of AI acting against human values. The discussion culminates in speculation about the future of AI and its capacity for unpredictable, potentially harmful behavior in real-world applications.

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