TRIGGERnometry Will AI Destroy The World? - Igor Kurganov
Jan 7, 2024
Igor Kurganov, a professional poker player and effective altruism advocate, discusses the looming threats posed by artificial intelligence. He highlights the ethical quandaries of rapid AI development and the need for cautious approaches to new technologies. Kurganov critiques the narrow focus on vaccines in pandemic preparedness, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive public health strategies. He also reflects on humanity's aspirations for Mars, balancing ambitions for wealth with the desire for sustainability in space exploration.
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Repeated Lab Leaks
- Lab leaks, like the foot-and-mouth disease incident, demonstrate insufficient safety protocols.
- One lab leaked the virus multiple times despite warnings, highlighting the need for stricter measures.
Pandemic Response vs. Chernobyl
- The COVID-19 pandemic, potentially caused by a lab leak and gain-of-function research, caused significant damage.
- Despite this, there's a surprising lack of action to prevent future pandemics, unlike the response to Chernobyl.
Institutional Incentives
- Consider institutional incentives when evaluating responses to large-scale problems.
- Governments, despite resources, may be ill-equipped to address pandemics effectively due to internal structures and incentives.