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#176 – Nathan Labenz on the final push for AGI, understanding OpenAI's leadership drama, and red-teaming frontier models

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating AI Competition and Cooperation

This chapter examines the rivalry between the U.S. and China in artificial intelligence, advocating for a more collaborative than adversarial approach. The speakers discuss the complexities of achieving safety and control in the pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), highlighting the rapid advancements that raise concerns about balance and oversight. They call for clearer communication and understanding of AI capabilities, emphasizing the importance of nuanced evaluations in assessing new models like GPT-4.

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