Richard Rhodes - Making of Atomic Bomb, AI, WW2, Oppenheimer, & Abolishing Nukes
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AI and Atomic Legacy
This chapter draws parallels between the historical development of artificial intelligence and the atomic bomb, exploring the urgent need to understand AI's implications. It reflects on the regrets of scientists involved in the Manhattan Project and their desires for nuclear disarmament, while also examining the societal impacts of their inventions. The narrative navigates through the consequences of the atomic bombings on Japan, illuminating the shifting political dynamics and the complex legacies of wartime decisions.
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