The Trajectory Yoshua Bengio - Why We Shouldn't Blast Off to AGI Just Yet (AGI Destinations Series, Episode 1)
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Mar 9, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Yoshua Bengio, a Turing Award winner and AI pioneer, discusses the complex landscape of artificial intelligence and its implications for humanity. He emphasizes the importance of open dialogue about AI risks and advocates for a cautious, well-regulated approach to advancements. Bengio also highlights historical lessons that illustrate the need for proactive governance to navigate future challenges. His insights urge a balance between innovation and safety while fostering empathy in AI development.
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Change of Heart
- Yoshua Bengio initially dismissed AI extinction risks as too far-fetched.
- ChatGPT's emergence changed his perspective, highlighting the potential for misuse and control issues.
Scaling and Risk Perception
- Yoshua Bengio didn't focus on AI risks initially, due to the perceived limitations of early models.
- The scaling capabilities of large language models like ChatGPT changed this perception.
Intelligence Trajectory
- Daniel Faggella introduces the Intelligence Trajectory Political Matrix, a framework for understanding AI's future.
- This matrix considers the balance between human preservation and technological ascension, along with governance approaches.
