
LessWrong (30+ Karma) [Linkpost] “Untitled Draft” by Gabriel Alfour
Nov 10, 2025
Gabriel Alfour, an insightful author, shares his expertise on contributing to AI safety. He emphasizes the importance of steering clear of companies pushing for fully-autonomous AI advancements too quickly. Alfour also recommends avoiding the San Francisco Bay Area, suggesting that aspiring contributors consider alternative locations. His practical advice aims to help individuals navigate their careers in a way that prioritizes safety in AI development. Tune in for valuable insights into shaping a more secure AI future!
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Strong Endorsement Shapes The Message
- Gabriel Alfour endorses the linked article and highlights its concluding recommendations.
- The endorsement frames those recommendations as his personal contribution to AI safety advice.
Avoid Directly Fueling Frontier AI
- Don't work for companies accelerating frontier autonomous AI capabilities.
- Don't live in the San Francisco Bay Area if you want to contribute safely to AI work.
Personal Sign-Off And Narration Credit
- Gabe closes the link post with a personal sign-off and credits the narration.
- The piece was narrated by Type 3 Audio and published on November 10, 2025.

