Behind the Money Business Book of the Year: Author Parmy Olson on the rise and risks of AI
14 snips
Jan 1, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Parmy Olson, a tech journalist and author of 'Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT, and the Race That Will Change the World,' dives into the complexities of AI's influence on society. She explores the concentration of power in tech and the need for regulatory oversight. Olson highlights the balancing act of fostering innovation while ensuring safety through new regulations. Additionally, she examines AI's transformative potential in journalism and education, emphasizing the ethical considerations that must accompany its advancement.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
The Race to AGI
- Key figures like Demis Hassabis (DeepMind) and Sam Altman (OpenAI) pursued AGI with initially utopian goals.
- These ideals diminished as they partnered with large tech companies, highlighting governance concerns.
Concentration of Power in AI
- Parmy Olson's book "Supremacy" focuses on the increasing concentration of power in AI technology.
- It explores the race to build Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and the lack of governance surrounding it.
AI's Wide-Reaching Risks
- The risks of AI extend beyond business to education, healthcare, and culture, potentially impacting critical thinking.
- The unchecked use of AI tools by students and professionals could erode essential skills.
