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AI-pocalypse: predicting the threat from artificial intelligence

Jul 12, 2023
Arjun Ramani, Global business and economics correspondent for The Economist, sheds light on the alarming predictions surrounding AI, including the potential for existential threats to humanity. He explores different perspectives on managing AI risks and emphasizes the critical role of regulations. The discussion also highlights a transformative education program at Sing Sing prison that significantly reduces recidivism. Additionally, Ramani delves into the revival of working men's clubs in the UK, revealing their unexpected cultural impact.
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