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Lex Fridman Podcast

#155 – Max Tegmark: AI and Physics

Jan 18, 2021
Max Tegmark, a physicist at MIT and co-founder of the Future of Life Institute, dives deep into the intersection of AI and physics. He discusses the urgent need for aligning AI technologies with human values, warning against the risks of overtrusting automated systems. The conversation touches on navigating misinformation, the ethics of autonomous warfare, and the historical importance of individual agency during crises. Tegmark also reflects on humanity's cosmic destiny and the philosophical implications of consciousness, urging a collaborative approach to scientific advancements.
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