The AI Daily Brief (Formerly The AI Breakdown): Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis Is AI "Alien Intelligence?" Emerson Spartz on Mental Models for AI
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Jun 26, 2023 Emerson Spartz, a serial entrepreneur known for founding MuggleNet and focusing on AI safety, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. He discusses the balance between techno-optimism and real concerns regarding AI's rapid advancements. Spartz highlights the urgency for effective regulation amid geopolitical tensions and public distrust. He emphasizes the importance of mental models for navigating AI’s complexities and encourages proactive discussions about safety and alignment as AI technology continues to develop.
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GPT-2's Impact
- Emerson Spartz's interest in AI safety piqued after seeing GPT-2 in 2019.
- He was surprised by its intelligence despite its incoherence, prompting further study.
AI as Alien Intelligence
- AI development is like creating a new, alien species whose workings are largely unknown.
- Current machine learning models are 'black boxes', unlike traditional software.
Imbalance in AI Research
- Few researchers focus on AI safety compared to capabilities research.
- This imbalance (300 vs 100,000) raises concerns about control over increasingly powerful AI.
