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What if Humans Weaponize Superintelligence, w/ Tom Davidson, from Future of Life Institute Podcast

"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis

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The Perils of Weaponized AI

This chapter explores the risks of governments weaponizing AI technology, focusing on how it can consolidate power and lead to scenarios such as AI-enabled coups. It discusses the possible scenarios involving loyalty in AI systems, military applications, and the automation of military roles, emphasizing the critical need for governance and accountability. The conversation draws from historical contexts to highlight the urgency of addressing these challenges to prevent catastrophic outcomes in society.

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