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AI and Existential Risk - Overview and Discussion

Last Week in AI

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The Evolution of AI: Risks and Advances

This chapter explores the evolution of language models from GPT-3 to GPT-4, highlighting the dramatic increase in capabilities and the consequent risks associated with advanced AI technologies. It discusses the computational requirements for achieving advanced AI, referencing Moore's Law and other innovations, while also delving into the potential for both constructive and harmful applications of such advancements. The conversation raises critical concerns regarding the future implications of AI on society, particularly the existential risks tied to superintelligent systems.

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