Jack Clark, Anthropic co-founder, discusses building a safe AI model named Claude and the need for Washington to regulate AI. Topics include AI safety, regulatory impact, collaborations with AI safety institutes, AI in elections, and the concept of a national research cloud to support tech startups.
Anthropic aims to stand out by creating safe AI models like Claude to differentiate from competitors.
Jack Clark advocates for Washington to regulate AI for safety without stifling market competition.
Deep dives
Safety as a Competitive Advantage in AI Development
Anthropic, spearheaded by Jack Clark, focuses on creating super safe AI models like Claude, aiming to distinguish itself from competitors like OpenAI. By prioritizing safety, Anthropic believes that reliable and secure technology will attract businesses. Clark advocates for a balance between safety regulations that ensure product quality without hindering market competition.
Proposed Testing Regimes for AI Systems
Anthropic supports the idea of implementing product safety regimes for AI systems akin to standards for cars and planes. Jack Clark emphasizes the need for manageable and comprehensible testing protocols to prevent excessive regulation that could limit industry participation. He proposes a system where companies conduct testing, overseen by third parties, to certify the safety and functionality of AI models.
National Research Cloud to Support AI Startups
To address the capital dependency in AI development, Jack Clark suggests the US government invest in a national research cloud, offering subsidized access to high-performance computing resources. This initiative aims to aid startups in transitioning from research to prototype development without requiring exorbitant initial capital investment. Similar efforts in other countries have shown promising outcomes for fostering innovation and competitiveness in the AI sector.
Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark says building a safe AI model — named Claude — will differentiate the company from its competitors. And he’s in Washington pushing for safety testing and product standards. Will that ultimately help established companies like his? He joined host Steven Overly to discuss.