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Dangerous Thoughts: What is an Infohazard?

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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Roko's Basilisk and Infohazards

This chapter explores Roko's Basilisk, a thought experiment about a punishing AI, and its philosophical implications on morality and responsibility. The speakers discuss the Streisand effect related to infohazards and the unintended consequences of suppressing controversial ideas.

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