The News Agents What's behind Elon Musk's AI power grab?
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Feb 11, 2025 Jeremy Hunt, a seasoned Conservative MP and former UK Chancellor, shares his insights from 14 years in government. He delves into the fierce rivalry between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over AI control, exploring the implications for the tech industry. Hunt discusses the possibility of Trump withdrawing from NATO, the urgency of British defense spending, and the disconnect between government actions and public dissatisfaction. He reflects on lessons learned and what he would change, emphasizing the need for equitable reforms amidst global crises.
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Musk's AI Power Grab
- Elon Musk's pursuit of OpenAI reveals his desire to control AI.
- This ambition, coupled with his influence over X (formerly Twitter) and other ventures, raises concerns about centralized power.
Musk and Altman's History
- Musk and Altman co-founded OpenAI in 2015 as a charity but Musk left in 2019.
- They clashed over OpenAI's shift from non-profit to for-profit status, necessary for achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).
The Importance of AI
- AI's potential impact is compared to the internet and internal combustion engine.
- Control over this technology carries significant implications, raising questions about its responsible development and governance.