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WARNING By Sam Harris: ChatGPT Could Be The Start Of The End. AI "Could Destroy Us, The Internet And Democracy"

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Aug 7, 2023
In this insightful discussion, Sam Harris, an esteemed neuroscientist and philosopher, expresses deep concerns about AI's potential threats to democracy and society. He argues that it's too late to backtrack on AI's advancement, highlighting the misalignment between artificial intelligence and human wellbeing. Harris emphasizes the dangers of misinformation and questions the viability of the internet as a trusted source of information. He also delves into how our focus shapes our lives, urging listeners to cultivate an examined and mindful existence.
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INSIGHT

Dual AI Concerns

  • Sam Harris worries about human misuse of increasingly powerful AI.
  • He's also concerned about aligning superintelligent AI with human interests.
INSIGHT

Inevitable Superintelligence

  • Sam Harris argues that humans are incentivized to create more intelligent machines.
  • This continuous development makes encountering superintelligence inevitable.
ANECDOTE

Dogs Inventing Humans

  • Sam Harris uses the analogy of dogs inventing humans to illustrate AI risk.
  • He highlights the dogs' inability to grasp human motivations and potential actions.
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